
Elote-Style Corn Salad
SideStovetop15 minServes 4VegetarianGluten-free
Ingredients
- 3 cups corn kernels
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta or cotija
- 1 lime
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 handful cilantro
Amounts are scaled from the original 4 servings; cooking times may change for bigger batches.
Steps
- Char the corn in a dry hot skillet 6-8 minutes, stirring now and then.
- Cool slightly, then stir in mayonnaise, lime juice and chili powder.
- Fold in cheese and chopped cilantro.
Swaps
- No chili powder? Use cumin plus a pinch of paprika and cayenne.
- Plain Greek yogurt can replace some or all of the mayonnaise.
Times are a guide; ovens and air fryers vary. Cook poultry to 165°F, ground meat to 160°F, and pork and fish to 145°F. Diet tags come from the ingredient list; check labels for allergens.