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Fiery Elote-Inspired Corn Salad

Fiery Elote-Inspired Corn Salad layers sweet, charred corn with creamy mayo, bright lime, and a kick of jalapeño heat. Cotija and cilantro add salty, herby pops, while cumin and garlic round out the smoky depth. Serve it warm or chilled for summer cookouts, taco nights, or as a punchy side with grilled meats and tortilla chips.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook10 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Fiery Elote-Inspired Corn Salad
  1. 1

    Melt Country Crock in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add the corn and salt, working in batches if needed to avoid crowding the skillet. Cook, stirring, until lightly charred, about 5 minutes. Add the jalapeños, garlic, and cumin; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Stir in the mayonnaise, cilantro, cotija cheese, and lime juice. Serve warm or at room temperature.

About This Recipe

Fiery Elote Inspired Corn Salad is a Mexican side dish recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 25 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cheese Spread, Corn on the Cob, Cotija Cheese, and Diced Jalapeño Peppers. Each serving provides about 212.87 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Fiery Elote-Inspired Corn Salad?
It is a Mexican salad recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for side dish or salad or snack.
What is Fiery Elote-Inspired Corn Salad made of?
The main ingredients are Cheese Spread, Corn on the Cob, Cotija Cheese, Diced Jalapeño Peppers, Fresh Cilantro. The full list of 10 is above.
How long does it take to make Fiery Elote-Inspired Corn Salad?
About 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 212.87 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Fiery Elote-Inspired Corn Salad easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 2 steps.

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