Mexican Street Corn on the Cob
Mexican Street Corn on the Cob is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of festive gatherings. Grilled to perfection, each ear of sweet corn is generously coated in a creamy mixture of mayonnaise and lime juice, topped with crumbled Cotija cheese and a sprinkle of chili powder. This delightful treat is perfect for Cinco de Mayo celebrations or any summer barbecue, offering a taste of Mexico with every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium heat.
- Clean the corn by removing husks and silk; rinse under cold water.
- Grill corn directly on the grates for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until charred.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, lime juice, and chili powder until smooth.
- Brush grilled corn generously with the mayo mixture and sprinkle with Cotija cheese.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg