EASY Esquites Recipe – Hot to make Perfect Mexican Corn Salad for BBQs!

cotija cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Feta provides a similar tangy flavor at a lower cost.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt lowers calories while adding creaminess.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity.

Chop the red onion and add it to a bowl.

Chop the jalapeno finely and add it to the bowl.

Add the chopped coriander to the bowl.

Drain the corn and add it to the bowl.

Crush the garlic and add it to the bowl.

Crumble the feta cheese into the bowl by hand.

Add a heaping tablespoon of mayonnaise to the bowl.

Season with salt, cayenne pepper, and chili powder to taste.

Squeeze lime juice into the bowl.

Mix everything together well and serve.

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