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Vegan Mexican Street Corn Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from the vibrant street food culture of Mexico, Esquites, or Mexican street corn salad, is a popular snack enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. Traditionally made with grilled corn and a mix of spices, it reflects the country's love for bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Today, this dish has gained popularity worldwide, especially among those seeking plant-based options, leading to various adaptations while maintaining its essence.

MexicanMXside
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
8 ounces fire roasted corn
1/2 avocado
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup chives
2 tablespoons diced pickled jalapeno
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
juice of 1 lime
1 teaspoon Bragg's liquid aminos
2 tablespoons ranch dressing
3 tablespoons cashews
2 tablespoons raisins
1/2 cup unsweetened soy milk
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried dill
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cracked pepper

vegan mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: regular mayonnaise

Avocado adds creaminess while being healthier.

cotija cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: feta cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor without dairy.

1

Start by making the dressing: blend 3 tablespoons of cashews, 2 tablespoons of raisins (or dates), 2 tablespoons of rolled oats, 1 teaspoon of dried dill, 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of cracked pepper with 1/2 cup of unsweetened soy milk and 2 tablespoons of white wine vinegar until creamy.

2

In a mixing bowl, combine 8 ounces of fire roasted corn, 1/2 avocado cut into chunks, 1/2 cup of diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup of chives, and 2 tablespoons of diced pickled jalapeno.

3

Add 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon of cumin, and the juice of 1 lime to the bowl.

4

Pour in 1 teaspoon of Bragg's liquid aminos and 2 tablespoons of the ranch dressing.

5

Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

6

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

7

Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with cilantro if desired.

Cooking Techniques

grillingmixing

Equipment Needed

blendermixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegangluten-free

Allergens

none

Also Known As

EsquitesMexican Corn Salad
Local Name: ensalada de elote callejero vegana

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