Mexican Street Corn Coleslaw – A Flavorful Twist on a Classic!
This Mexican Street Corn Coleslaw is a vibrant and zesty side dish that combines the crunch of fresh cabbage and carrots with the bold flavors of Mexican street corn. It’s perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or as a refreshing salad on a hot day.
Ingredients
For the Coleslaw:
4 cups shredded cabbage (green or purple)
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped red onion
For the Mexican Street Corn Topping:
2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt
1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta cheese)
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 clove garlic, minced
Juice of 1 lime
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Garnish:
Additional crumbled cotija cheese
Chopped fresh cilantro Lime wedges
Instructions:
Prepare the Coleslaw:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, chopped cilantro, and chopped red onion.
Toss to combine and set aside.
Char the Corn:
In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the corn kernels and cook until they are lightly charred, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes.
Make the Dressing:
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream or Greek yogurt, crumbled cotija cheese (or feta cheese), chili powder, smoked paprika, minced garlic, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
Mix until well combined.
Combine the Topping:
Add the charred corn kernels to the bowl with the dressing mixture.
Stir until the corn is evenly coated with the dressing.
Assemble the Coleslaw:
Pour the Mexican street corn topping over the coleslaw mixture in the large mixing bowl.
Toss until the coleslaw is evenly coated with the street corn topping.
Taste and Adjust:
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed.
Garnish and Serve:
Optional: Garnish with additional crumbled cotija cheese, chopped fresh cilantro, and lime wedges before serving.
Serve chilled and enjoy the flavorful and refreshing taste of this Mexican-inspired coleslaw!
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 7 minutes | Total Time: 22 minutes | Servings: 6
