Best 4 Mexican Corn Off The Cob Salad Recipes

Mexican corn off the cob salad is a delightful and vibrant dish that tantalizes taste buds with its unique blend of flavors and textures. This refreshing salad combines the sweet crunch of corn kernels with a zesty dressing, creating a symphony of taste that is perfect for any occasion. The addition of fresh cilantro, cotija cheese, and a hint of lime adds a burst of Mexican authenticity, making this salad a true culinary delight. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing lunch or a flavorful side dish to accompany your favorite Mexican meal, this Mexican corn off the cob salad is sure to impress.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MEXICAN CORN SALAD

Mexican Corn Salad image

Recipe video above. A Can't-Stop-Eating-It delicious way to serve corn, this is a giant salad form of the famous Mexican Street food Esquites, a corn salad sold in cups that you can eat as you wander the streets! I love the way the creamy lime dressing melts into the hot corn as you toss it all together.I urge you to use fresh corn if you can, but this is still super made with frozen corn. Wonderful side dish, especially for Mexican or South Western themed menus!

Provided by Nagi

Categories Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

5 cups corn cut from the cob (~4 large ears) ((or frozen corn, not thawed, Note 1))
2 tbsp / 30g butter
2 garlic cloves (, minced)
1/2 tsp each salt and pepper
1/4 cup mayonnaise ((can cut down to 2 tbsp))
1/4 cup sour cream ((or yoghurt))
1/2 cup parmesan cheese (, finely grated (Note 1))
1 tbsp Jalapeno (, deseeded and finely chopped (optional))
1 cup coriander / cilantro leaves (, roughly chopped)
1 cup green onion (, finely sliced (~2 stems))
1/2 red onion (, finely chopped)
2 - 3 tbsp lime juice (, fresh (plus more to taste))
60g / 2 oz Cotija or Feta (, crumbled (optional) (Note 2))
Jalapeno slices, coriander/cilantro leaves, lime wedges (, optional)

Steps:

Cut off kernels: Cut the corn off the cob (see photo in post or video for how I do this without getting corn everywhere!) If using frozen, do not thaw.
Brown corn: Melt butter in a large skillet over high heat. Add garlic and stir for 10 seconds. Add corn and cook for 5 minutes, stirring every now and then, until you get lovely golden brown bits and the corn is cooked and sweet (don't stir constantly, harder to brown).
Season corn: Add salt and pepper halfway through cooking corn.
Toss with dressing: Transfer corn into large bowl. Add mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice and parmesan. Toss well to combine - heat will "melt" dressing. Add coriander/cilantro, red onion, green onion and jalaepno. Toss again.
Serve: Transfer to serving bowl. Crumble over cotija/feta and garnishes of choice. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 120 g, Calories 215 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Sodium 327 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g

MEXICAN CORN-OFF-THE-COB SALAD

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This salad was inspired by the recipes I've seen for grilled Mexican corn on the cob--mayo, lime, cotija cheese--just adjusted for those that would rather not eat corn on the cob or to save time (and grill space) during your bbq! Can be served cold or at room temp.

Provided by HeidiS

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Corn Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 ears corn, with husks
½ lime, juiced, or more to taste
½ teaspoon chili powder
5 ounces crumbled cotija cheese
¼ cup packed chopped fresh cilantro
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 pinch ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch salt to taste

Steps:

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
Grill corn in the husks on the preheated grill, turning occasionally, to desired tenderness, about 15 minutes; some charring is fine. Remove from the grill. Remove and discard husks and silk when cool enough to handle. Cut kernels off into a medium bowl.
Add lime juice and chili powder, then mix in cotija cheese, cilantro, mayonnaise, and pepper until thoroughly combined. Taste and add salt if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 28.3 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 357.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

GRILLED CORN OFF THE COB SALAD

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Every summer we have a 4th of July party. There are several dishes that our guests look forward to eating. This is one that makes everyone say Aaaaah, the corn salad...

Provided by Lish

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Corn Salad Recipes

Time 12h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

12 ears fresh corn with husks
5 stalks celery, diced
½ green bell pepper, diced
1 small onion, diced
2 tablespoons chopped pimento peppers
½ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon white sugar
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat, and lightly oil the grate.
Grill corn on preheated grill until husks are charred on all sides, about 20 minutes. Remove corn from grill and allow to cool.
Remove husks and silk from corn, then cut corn kernels from the cob.
Toss corn kernels, celery, green bell pepper, onion, and pimento peppers together in a large bowl.
Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sea salt, Dijon mustard, sugar, and black pepper together in a bowl.
Pour dressing into the corn mixture and toss well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours and up to 3 days before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.7 g, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 370.9 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

MEXICAN STREET CORN SALAD RECIPE

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In many Mexican restaurants, street corn is one of my favorite dishes. Throw all the ingredients together in a bowl for this delicious salad!

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories Salad Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons olive oil
16 ounces frozen corn (1 bag)
3 Tablespoons mayonnaise ((I used light))
4 ounces Cotija Cheese (crumbled, (could also use feta cheese))
2 Tablespoons lime juice ((fresh is best))
1 Tablespoon jalapeno pepper (finely chopped)
⅓ cup fresh cilantro (finely chopped)
2 Tablespoons red onion (finely chopped)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
½ teaspoon chili powder
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

Heat oil over medium heat. Add frozen corn and let cook until corn starts to char, stirring occasionally (it took about 7-8 minutes before my corn was lightly charred).
While the corn is cooking, mix together mayonnaise, cheese, lime juice, jalapeno, cilantro, red onion, garlic, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. When corn is done, gently fold it in with other ingredients.
Serve immediately and store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Sodium 271 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

For the freshest flavor, use corn that is in season.
If you don't have an outdoor grill, you can roast the corn in a grill pan over medium heat.
To make the salad ahead of time, cook the corn and let it cool completely. Then, store the corn and dressing separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. When you're ready to serve, combine the corn, dressing, and other ingredients.
This salad is also delicious with other grilled vegetables, such as zucchini, squash, and bell peppers.
If you're looking for a vegan version of this salad, you can use a plant-based mayonnaise or sour cream substitute.

Conclusion:

This Mexican corn off the cob salad is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. The sweet corn, creamy dressing, and tangy cotija cheese combine to create a flavorful and satisfying dish. Whether you're serving it at a potluck, BBQ, or just a casual weeknight dinner, this salad is sure to be a hit.