Description
Mexican Street Corn Coleslaw is a vibrant and flavorful twist on traditional coleslaw, combining sweet corn, creamy dressing, and zesty lime for a refreshing side dish. Perfect for summer barbecues or family gatherings, this coleslaw bursts with color and taste, making it an irresistible addition to any meal. Enjoy it alongside grilled meats or tacos for a delightful fusion experience that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ears fresh corn (about 2 cups kernels)
- 4 cups shredded cabbage (mix of green and purple)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Shuck the corn and remove any silk. Rinse under cool water.
- Grill the corn until slightly charred (about 10 minutes) or boil until tender. Let cool, then cut off the kernels.
- In a large bowl, combine corn kernels, shredded cabbage, and chopped cilantro.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, and chili powder. Pour over the corn mixture and toss until well combined.
- Top with crumbled Cotija cheese just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg