MEXICAN STREET CORN SALAD – Easy Comfort Food

The smell of grilled corn wafting through the streets of Mexico City is a sensory delight that immediately transports me to the vibrant culture of this beautiful country. As a child, I would follow the vendors through the crowded markets, watching in awe as they transformed the humble corn cob into a work of art, drenched in a combination of mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime juice. To this day, I remain enchanted by the flavors of Mexican street corn, and my version of the classic dish has evolved into a hearty Mexican Street Corn Salad that combines all the familiar flavors with the ease of a simple cold salad. For a different twist on this same recipe, I highly recommend checking out our related recipe: Street Corn Pasta Salad – Simple Delicious.

Recipe Courtesy of Our Kitchen

MEXICAN STREET CORN SALAD – Easy Comfort Food

★★★★★ (55 Reviews)

Level: Easy
Prep: 15min
Cook: 25min
Yield: 4 Servings

Ingredients

1 cup Frozen Corn Kernels

1 cup diced Red Bell Pepper

1 cup diced Yellow Onions

1 cup diced Canned Black Beans, rinsed

2 tablespoons Mayonnaise

2 tablespoons chopped fresh Cilantro

2 tablespoons juice from a Lime

1 teaspoon Ground Cumin

1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika

1/2 teaspoon Salt

Directions

1

In a blender or food processor, puree the mayonnaise, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt until smooth.

2

In a large serving bowl, mix together the corn kernels, red bell pepper, yellow onions, black beans, and chopped cilantro.

3

Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the salad and stir gently until everything is well coated.

4

Season with extra salt and pepper, if needed.

5

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.