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Mexican Street Corn Salad

August 31, 2023 By Patricia 64 Comments

Mexican Street Corn Salad is a dish you’ll want to serve all summer, and one you’ll think about all winter! It’s easy to make and it makes any summer meal complete. Once you try it, you’ll want to make it often.

I wish I had a cool story to tell you about eating grilled Mexican street corn (elotes) in Mexico, but I don’t. Don’t stop reading! What I can tell you about is my recipe for Mexican Street Corn Salad!

This recipe is an old favorite and worth sharing here again. It’s a go-to for me all year, but you can make it using summer’s corn, too.

Living in the Southwest, I have access to great Mexican food, and that includes grilled Mexican street corn. It’s such a simple thing, and it brings a smile (and slick lips) to my face.

Mexican Street Corn Salad is a great side salad for the summer season. It doesn't get any better than this Mexican Street Corn Salad!

I turned Mexican street corn into a side dish salad — not just to cut back on napkin use, but because it’s a super-easy dish to toss together when you need something yummy, and it goes well with pretty much anything you’re cooking during the summer.

If you love grilled corn on the cob like I do, you’ll want to try grilled corn on the cob with kale pesto. It’s a great way to add flavor and color to your corn. And grilled corn, peppers, and black bean tacos with creamy poblano sauce make super-tasty vegetarian tacos.

When soup season rolls around, you can still enjoy corn: just whip up a batch of my roasted Hatch chile and corn chowder. It’s super flavorful (I loooove those Hatch chilies)!

Mexican Street Corn Salad is the ideal side dish for the season. Everyone will enjoy Mexican Street Corn Salad this summer!

Labor Day is around the corner and the summer is about to end so give it a great send off with  Mexican Street Corn Salad. 

Mexican Street Corn Salad

You’ll love this dish for a little variety in your side-dish life, and because the flavors are just so darn good: the creamy mayo combines with the zippy lime, the zesty chile powder, and the slightly salty cotija cheese (and don’t forget the cilantro).

 Mexican Street Corn Salad is a fun side for the summer. The flavors are fabulous in this Mexican Street Corn Salad!

You have a few options when it comes to this salad: you could grill your corn on the cob first, then cut it off to use in this salad, or you make it on the stovetop like I do here.

Whatever you do, don’t miss out on your chance to make Mexican Street Corn Salad. It’s perfect for picnics and beyond!

Mexican Street Corn Salad is a fun and tasty side dish for the summer season! You'll love Mexican Street Corn Salad for your next gathering this season!

 

Nutrition

Calories

287 cal

Fat

19 g

Carbs

24 g

Protein

6 g
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Serves Serves 4-6

Mexican Street Corn Salad

You'll love this summer side! It's easy to make and perfect with just about any meal you're serving.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups corn kernels
  • 1-1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 red chili pepper, seeds and membrane removed, diced (you could use a jalapeño pepper)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup cotija cheese, crumbled, plus extra for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, plus extra for garnish
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, plus extra for garnish

Instructions

  1. Add the oil to a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the corn and the salt toss to combine. Let the corn sit for a few minutes to turn golden, then stir. Continue a few more times like this until all the corn is lightly charred.
  2. Add the garlic and the chili pepper. Toss to combine and remove from the heat. Transfer to a bowl.
  3. Add the mayonnaise, lime juice, cotija cheese, cilantro, and chili powder to the corn. Toss to combine.
  4. Serve garnished with extra cheese, cilantro, and chili powder.
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Filed Under: Dinner, Lunch, Recipes, Vegetarian Tagged With: corn, corn side dish, Mexican street corn, picnic side dish, salad, Side dish, side dish salad, summer salads

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Comments

  1. Brittany says

    July 10, 2017 at 4:44 pm

    Girl! This looks amazing! I grew in Texas right at the border so I've had my fair share of elotes but no recipe as good as this one. It's also a bit healthier than what I've had in the past so thanks for that!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 10, 2017 at 5:24 pm

      Thanks so much, Brittany! Love all the good food!
      Reply
  2. Joan Cajic says

    July 10, 2017 at 5:02 pm

    Wow this looks really delicious and very beautiful to even look at. I have never had a corn salad I know I must live under a rock but really need to because this just convinced me that I am really missing out.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 10, 2017 at 5:23 pm

      Hi Joan! Well it looks like opportunity to try this is knocking on your door! :) Thanks!
      Reply
  3. Meghan says

    July 10, 2017 at 5:04 pm

    OMG I love Mexican street corn! One of my favorites to make in the summer..but this salad is also a great and easy version of a classic.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 10, 2017 at 5:23 pm

      I love it, too! Yes - this is definitely and easy dish (and not as messy) to enjoy! Thanks!
      Reply
  4. Juliette | Namastay Traveling says

    July 10, 2017 at 5:18 pm

    Ohh this looks os good on its own...but I'm definitely going to be the one digging into it with a bag of chips! It's so colorful and festive for a bbq :-)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 10, 2017 at 5:22 pm

      Thanks, Juliette! That's a great idea that I'm going to try :)
      Reply
  5. Kate | The Organized Dream says

    July 10, 2017 at 7:17 pm

    This looks amazing and is fairly simple, too! That's awesome!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 10, 2017 at 11:11 pm

      Sooo simple! Thanks, Kate!
      Reply
  6. Brittany Poulson says

    July 10, 2017 at 8:56 pm

    I'm loving all the flavors and colors in this recipe! I'm sure my husband would eat it all in one day if I made it!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 10, 2017 at 11:11 pm

      I know I totally could, Brittany :) Thanks so much!
      Reply
  7. Michael @ Super Millennial says

    July 10, 2017 at 9:26 pm

    Wow this looks super good I can't wait to try this. We love Mexican food and thought we had tried it all lol.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 10, 2017 at 11:10 pm

      Thanks, Michael! I hope you enjoy it!
      Reply
  8. Krysten says

    July 10, 2017 at 9:49 pm

    I have been looking for this exact recipe! I love Mexican street corn and never can get the flavor quite right. I am going to try this asap!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 10, 2017 at 11:10 pm

      I hope you try it and enjoy, Krysten!
      Reply
  9. Elise Cohen Ho says

    July 10, 2017 at 10:50 pm

    Do you think that this would taste good with plain yogurt instead of mayo?
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 10, 2017 at 11:09 pm

      I thing you could try that, for sure. Maybe add a touch of softened cream cheese, too? I think the yogurt may be a little thinner than the mayo, so the cream cheese could help with that.
      Reply
  10. Laurie Mecham says

    July 10, 2017 at 11:47 pm

    Your pictures are gorgeous. I make something similar to this, but yours definitely looks better than mine :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 11, 2017 at 2:37 pm

      Oh, thank you! I love that we all have our own special touch! Thanks, Laurie!
      Reply
  11. Lauren says

    July 11, 2017 at 2:34 am

    Yum! I love corn salad in the summertime. It's perfect to bring to barbecues and nice and cool. Also, Mexican Street Corn is amazing. This is perfection.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 11, 2017 at 2:36 pm

      Yes - perfect for bbqs! Thanks so much, Lauren!
      Reply
  12. adriana says

    July 11, 2017 at 2:20 pm

    This looks SO delicious!! I have to make this!! I'm sharing - looks so yummy! :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 11, 2017 at 2:36 pm

      Thanks a bunch, Adriana!
      Reply
  13. Joanie @ One Dish Kitchen says

    July 11, 2017 at 2:29 pm

    Oh my goodness, I love this recipe and can't wait to make it for my husband. We love Mexican Street Corn!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 11, 2017 at 2:36 pm

      Thanks, Joanie! I hope you both enjoy it!
      Reply
  14. Tatyanna says

    July 11, 2017 at 3:12 pm

    I love love love Mexican street corn! Definitely one of my favorite summer foods! xx Tatyanna http://www.apopoflife.com
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 13, 2017 at 2:33 pm

      For sure! Thanks, Tatyanna!
      Reply
  15. margarette says

    July 12, 2017 at 3:05 pm

    Should I be trying that wonderful corn salad at home. But how will I call it since I live in Philippine. Oh, I just love eating any corn salads.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 13, 2017 at 2:33 pm

      Thank you, Margarette! You can call it anything you like! I hope you try it and enjoy!
      Reply
  16. Deborah Hunter Kells says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:40 am

    A good and nice lot of ingredients. I would have to be careful of the chilli - but my husband would absolutely love it! Thanks for publishing it! Shared!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 21, 2019 at 12:04 pm

      Thanks so much, Deborah! I hope you try it and enjoy!
      Reply
  17. Gina Abernathy/ homeatcedarspringsfarm.com says

    August 20, 2019 at 10:56 am

    Thanks for sharing! This looks amazing and I will be adding this to my recipe collection.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 21, 2019 at 12:04 pm

      Thank you, Gina! I hope you love it!
      Reply
  18. Ruwani says

    August 20, 2019 at 1:17 pm

    I love grilled corn and this salad looks delicious!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 21, 2019 at 12:04 pm

      Thanks so much, Ruwani!
      Reply
  19. jenna | the urben life says

    August 20, 2019 at 2:33 pm

    I've been wanting to make a version of this recipe! Looks so good :) Hopefully I can get it made before the end of summer
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 21, 2019 at 12:04 pm

      I hope so, Jenna! Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  20. Jordan says

    August 20, 2019 at 4:24 pm

    My mouth is watering just LOOKING at these pictures! Yum!!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 21, 2019 at 12:03 pm

      Thanks, Jordan!
      Reply
  21. Annette says

    August 20, 2019 at 7:26 pm

    this looks SO interesting and like something I would most likely enjoy. unfortunately... I wouldn't enjoy that after effects. :) but oh... so tempted....
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 21, 2019 at 12:03 pm

      Ah! Well it is a good one to keep on hand. Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  22. Kelly says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:30 pm

    There's a taco joint here that I'm obsessed with their street corn! Now I just need to attempt to make it myself, ha! Definitely going to try this recipe!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 21, 2019 at 12:02 pm

      Hi Kelly! That's awesome - I hope you try it! :)
      Reply
  23. Disha Smith says

    August 21, 2019 at 1:22 am

    I've been away from the States for two years and I miss Mexican food more than anything! This recipe looks absolutely delicious and my mouth is watering half a world away.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 14, 2019 at 8:58 pm

      Thanks so much, Disha! A little touch of Mexican food for you! :)
      Reply
  24. Falak says

    August 21, 2019 at 4:09 am

    Yum. This looks so delicious and a quick recipe to put together! Always looking for options like these. And I love Hatch chilies!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 14, 2019 at 8:58 pm

      Thanks, Falak! I love this one and yes, it's super-easy to make!
      Reply
  25. Jen says

    August 21, 2019 at 4:52 am

    Wow, this salad looks delicious not to mention the appealing colors. I and my husband adores Mexican food. Thanks for sharing.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 14, 2019 at 8:57 pm

      Thanks, Jen! I hope you try it and enjoy!
      Reply
  26. joy abou zeid says

    August 21, 2019 at 5:51 am

    omg this looks amazing and so delicious!!!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 14, 2019 at 8:57 pm

      Thanks, Joy! It's soooo yummy!
      Reply
  27. Amanda Martin says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:37 am

    Drooling over here! We love to make grilled elotes in our house but it's so messy to eat on the cobb. This salad is a great alternative!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 14, 2019 at 8:57 pm

      Oh, yeah! Great alternative to the messiness :) Thanks, Amanda!
      Reply
  28. Christa says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:40 am

    What?! I love Mexican street corn but have never made it at home and have never had it as a salad. This recipe looks SO GOOD. I have to try it soon.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 22, 2019 at 8:35 pm

      Thanks, Christa! Try it - it's so easy to make!
      Reply
  29. Diane says

    December 19, 2019 at 9:20 pm

    Having a Taco Bar for a large group on Christmas Eve. Could this salad be served warm or room temperature?
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 21, 2019 at 5:22 pm

      Hi Diane - It could definitely be served at room temp! I hope you enjoy it!
      Reply
  30. Yvonne says

    September 1, 2023 at 1:03 pm

    I have never come across another food blogger that Ashley is kind enough to take the time to response to everyone who posts a comment. I find both your writings and their ideas in response to be extra enlightening. Keep up the good work.!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 22, 2023 at 5:22 pm

      Thanks so much! I love when readers provide feedback, and especially enjoy the kind words ;) Cheers!
      Reply
  31. mimi rippee says

    September 1, 2023 at 2:07 pm

    This looks great. There are so many variations, and so far, the ones I've made are all fabulous!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 22, 2023 at 5:22 pm

      Oh, for sure! I love them all, too :)
      Reply
  32. Marissa says

    June 17, 2024 at 7:02 am

    This sounds, looks, AND tastes DELISH!! I added diced avocados n tossed w all ingredients before serving. BIG HIT and the bowl wiped clean by guests! SCORE!!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 9, 2024 at 7:04 am

      High five! Glad everyone loved it -- so good!
      Reply

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Growing up surrounded by my Italian family it was always, "grab a plate" whenever anyone came to visit. Food was always a celebration, even everyday meals, and I like it that way. I try to make each meal memorable with my recipes for mainly meatless, mostly healthy, and easy-to-make dishes (with sweet treats in between).

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