Mexican Street Corn Salad (Elotes) | How to Make Mexican Street Corn (Elote) In A Cup

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: store-brand mayonnaise

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds protein.

cotija cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Feta is lower in fat, while parmesan is often more affordable.

Grill the corn on a gas grill until charred and cooked through, basting with butter.

Remove the husks and silk from the corn before grilling.

Dice the red onion finely.

Rough chop the cilantro, removing long stems.

Grate or crumble the cotija cheese.

Grill the jalapeno until the skin is blackened, then steam it in a bag for 10 minutes.

Cut the corn off the cob using a corn stripper or knife.

Remove the skin from the jalapeno and dice it finely, removing seeds if desired.

Combine corn, jalapeno, smoked salt, tajin, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, cilantro, red onion, and lime juice in a bowl.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Garnish with chili powder, extra cotija cheese, and chopped cilantro.

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