Fresh Mexican Street Corn Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Corn
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4 ears sweet corn, husks and silks removed
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2 tablespoons cold butter
→ For the Dressing
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1/3 cup mayonnaise
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Juice of 1 lime (about 1/4 cup)
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Sea salt to taste
→ For the Slaw
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1/2 pound purple cabbage, thinly sliced
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1/2 pound green cabbage, thinly sliced
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1 red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
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1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
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1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
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4 green onions, finely chopped
→ For Garnish
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2 ounces cotija cheese, crumbled
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Extra chopped cilantro
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Extra finely chopped green onions
# Instructions:
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Preheat your grill and a grill pan to medium-high heat.
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Take each ear of corn and generously rub it with cold butter - this will help it coat more evenly when the corn is raw. Set aside while you prepare the other components.
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In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chili powder, smoked paprika, and fresh lime juice. Whisk until smooth, then season with sea salt to your taste.
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In a large bowl, combine all the slaw ingredients: both types of cabbage, red bell pepper, cilantro, jalapeño, and green onions. Add most of the dressing (save some for the corn) and toss until everything is well coated.
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Place the buttered corn on the hot grill and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even charring. Once the corn is tender and nicely charred, remove it from the grill and let it cool slightly.
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When the corn is cool enough to handle safely, use a sharp knife to carefully cut the kernels off the cobs.
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Spread the dressed slaw on a serving platter in an even layer. Top with the grilled corn kernels, drizzle with the remaining dressing, and finish by sprinkling with crumbled cotija cheese. If desired, add extra cilantro and green onions for garnish.
# Notes:
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This vibrant salad combines smoky-sweet grilled corn, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy, zesty dressing for a refreshing twist on a Mexican street food favorite.
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Perfect for summer gatherings, 4th of July celebrations, Memorial Day picnics, or any outdoor festivities.
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Can be made into a complete meal by adding Grilled Shrimp, Carne Asada, or Rosemary-Garlic Chicken Kabobs.