Mexican Corn Salad Recipe - w/ Roasted Corn & Avocado (2024)

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This Mexican Corn Salad will totally be the star of your next BBQ. Full of roasted corn, creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, lime, and tons of spices, it’s SO full of texture and flavor.

Trevor loves corn. Like he loooooooves it. Givehim all the roasted corn on the cob, extra in his nachos, and don’t even think about sharing thisMexican Corn Salad with him, becausehe’ll for sure eat the whole bowl. 😉

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Because he loves corn so much,as I’m sure you guessed, Trevor’s really excited about today’s recipe.

The star is definitely the corn, which is awesome, and when combined with spicy jalapeno (if you wish), creamy avocado, tangy lime, and loads of spices. . .

Mexican Corn Salad Recipe - w/ Roasted Corn & Avocado (2)I mean. It’s just too good.

Perfect on its own or mixed in with your favorite salad, this Mexican Corn Salad is summer at its finest.

Mexican Corn Salad Recipe - w/ Roasted Corn & Avocado (3)By now, you guys know that I go to BBQs and picnics, etc for the side dishes. While I truly do love kebabs and burgers, I could easily skip the main and go straight for the sidesand dessert table. I mean. Come on. Pasta salad and brownies? Who’s with me?!

I feel like this summer, I should throw a sides and desserts (& drinks – duh!) only party and bring all my favorite summer dishes.

Caprese Pasta Salad, Berry Fruit Salad, One Bowl Brownies, and Watermelon Sangria would for sure be there and now. . .

So would this Mexican Corn Salad.

Here’s why I love it so much:

Mexican Corn Salad Recipe - w/ Roasted Corn & Avocado (4)#1 It’s Easy – of course.

#2 It’s Yummy – how can it not be with all that sweet corn?!

#3 It’s Healthy – which is sometimes hard to do at summer BBQs, because I mean, um potato salad anyone?!

#4 It’s Versatile – amazing on it’s own ORmixed into other things.

Let’s back it up and talk about Reason #1: It’s Easy.

Start by roasting your corn. I did this in the oven, but I seriously think it would be amazing for you to roast this on the grill. I just pulled a lazy girl moveand really didn’t want to walk all the way up to the roof of my apartment building to use the grill. #lazygirlprobs

After your corn has roasted to perfection, you’ll cut the kernels into a bowl (see video above for visuals 👆) and toss the kernels together with red onion, avocado, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, a teeeeny touch of olive oil, and a whole lotta spices: chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Mix it together until well combined and then top it with delish, salty, crumbled cotija or feta… which leads us to Reason #2 why I love this Mexican Corn Salad: It’s Yummy.

Crunchy, sweet, corn + creamy avocado + a little kick from the jalapeno + loads of fresh cilantro, bright lime, and smoky spices. . . it’s mind blowing. I just love how much texture, flavor, and fresh…ness is packed into this salad.

Mexican Corn Salad Recipe - w/ Roasted Corn & Avocado (5)I also love that it’s totally healthy! Loaded with fresh, seasonal ingredients, this Mexican Corn Salad is a side dish you don’t have to feel guilty about stuffing your face with at your next BBQ. OH! And I almost forgot, it’s totally vegan and gluten free, so it’s perfect for those with certain dietary restrictions. Total crowd pleaser!

The last reason I love this Mexican Corn Saladso much, is that it’s so darn versatile. Honestly, Trevor and I were eating this by the spoonful, which is what I intended for this recipe, but then we had leftovers and were making salads one night, so I threw a couple spoonfuls in, and ohmygosh it took my salad to the next level. I also think this would be amazing as a “salsa” on top of my Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas. Why haven’t I done that yet?!

Mexican Corn Salad Recipe - w/ Roasted Corn & Avocado (6)Fresh. Healthy. Full of flavor and texture. Make thisMexican Corn Salad Recipe and be the hit of your next summer gathering.

– Jennifer

Mexican Corn Salad Recipe - w/ Roasted Corn & Avocado (7)

Mexican Corn Salad Recipe

5 from 5 votes

This Mexican Corn Salad will totally be the star of your next BBQ. Full of roasted corn, creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, lime, and tons of spices, it's SO full of texture and flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Yield: 6 people

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Ingredients

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  • 4 ears corn husked and cleaned
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 avocado diced (more if desired)
  • 1/2 jalapeño minced (seeded for a more mild flavor)
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro minced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Crumbled cotija or feta for topping (leave off, if vegan)

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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees and wrap each piece of corn in a sheet of foil.

  • Make sure the foil is completely sealed.

  • Bake corn for 20-30 minutes, or until the corn is tender.

  • Let sit for about 5 minutes to cool slightly.

  • Remove foil and cut the corn using a knife into a large bowl.

  • To the bowl, add the rest of the ingredients.

  • Toss to combine, and taste and re-season, if necessary.

  • Top with crumbled cotija or feta, serve, and enjoy!

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Notes

You could definitely grill the corn, too!

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Nutrition Facts

Mexican Corn Salad Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 106 Calories from Fat 54

% Daily Value*

Fat 6g9%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Sodium 208mg9%

Potassium 253mg7%

Carbohydrates 14g5%

Fiber 3g13%

Sugar 4g4%

Protein 3g6%

Vitamin A 325IU7%

Vitamin C 9.3mg11%

Calcium 2mg0%

Iron 0.6mg3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Note: Nutrition information is estimated and varies based on products used.

Keywords: corn on the cob, fresh, summer

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

Author: Jennifer Debth

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  1. Anonymous

    Durham, North Carolina

    Mexican Corn Salad Recipe - w/ Roasted Corn & Avocado (15)

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  2. Carol

    San Diego, California

    Can this(except for the avocado)be made ahead

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    • Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy

      Hi, Carol! You can absolutely make this ahead of time, although it won’t be quite as fresh. The assembled corn salad will last in the fridge for 4-5 days 🙂

  3. Anonymous

    Portland, Oregon

    Mexican Corn Salad Recipe - w/ Roasted Corn & Avocado (16)

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  4. Mike

    Powell, Tennessee

    Mexican Corn Salad Recipe - w/ Roasted Corn & Avocado (17) I made this recipe times 6 for a group feed I did at church. I boiled the corn. Then took it from the water to a cast iron pan and caramelized it. Then let it cool and cut it off the cobs. I mixed everything together the night before the meal and it was a HUGE success. I had people who said they don’t even like corn who raved and raved about it. It was awesome. I highly recommend this recipe.

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    • Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy

      Glad to hear it, Mike!! Thank you so much for making the recipe… glad it was a hit! 🙂

  5. mia

    New York, New York

    Mexican Corn Salad Recipe - w/ Roasted Corn & Avocado (18) such a great recipe! my bf has the same love for corn as Trevor.. whenever picking a side dish with dinner he alwaysss wants corn! this will be a perfect way to change things up. thank you 🙂

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    • Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy

      Thank you so much, Mia! 🙂 Ha! I hope he loves this as much as Trevor does!

  6. Marina

    East Amherst, New York

    YAY MORE MEXICAN. <3 My favorite way to eat corn is grilled on the cob! But I honestly have never been a huge corn fan, I hate how they always get stuck in my teeth! This would be a really great addition to ANY party! 🙂

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    • Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy

      Ha! Yes. It’s the worst isn’t it?! But #worthit, because corn tastes ahhh-mazing. 😉

Mexican Corn Salad Recipe - w/ Roasted Corn & Avocado (2024)

FAQs

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Grilling shucked ears of corn directly over very hot coals brings out the corn's nutty flavor and chars the kernels slightly. A blend of garlic, cilantro, chile powder, mayo, and Cotija cheese in the sauce, plus a final squeeze of lime, makes the corn sweet, salty, savory, nutty, creamy, and tart all at once.

What is corn salad made of? ›

This easy corn salad is made with fresh sweet corn, tomatoes, avocado, onion, and cilantro. It only takes a few minutes to make and is a great side dish to any summer meal! You are going to LOVE this corn salad recipe because it screams summer!

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The taste is different. Corn was domesticated right here in Mexico. For thousands of years, farmers here carefully mixed varieties of maize in small plots of land. But globalization made American yellow corn more common because it's so cheap.

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"Corn is perfectly safe to eat raw, but you will want to eat young, tender corn before the sugars turn to starch for the most enjoyable taste.

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Common names include lamb's lettuce, common cornsalad, or simply cornsalad, mâche (/mɑːʃ/), fetticus, feldsalat, nut lettuce, field salad and valerian salad.

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Balance is important in everything, like anything else, moderate the amount of corn you include in your diet. This grain could spike your blood sugar, so be careful if you have diabetes.

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Is corn on the cob high in sugar and carbs? ›

A: No, corn is not particularly high in sugar. One ear of corn contains about 15 grams of carbohydrates, of which about 3 grams are sugars. However, it's important to note that the type of carbohydrate in corn is mostly starch, which is a complex carbohydrate that is slowly absorbed into the bloodstream.

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A bold and versatile seasoning blend, our Elote Seasoning blend is filled with chili pepper, cumin, lime, parmesan cheese and garlic. Just as versatile as our Everything Bagel blend, this shaker is delicious on everything from elote street corn on the cob and scrambled eggs to popcorn and even BBQ pork ribs.

What's the yellow stuff on elote? ›

Elote (pronounced: eh-loh-teh) is a dish comprised of cooked sweet corn slathered in a spicy mixture of mayonnaise, crema, and chili powder, and then sprinkled with cheese.

What kind of cheese is used for elotes? ›

What Is Elote? Elote, or Mexican corn on the cob, is a popular street food in Mexico (that's why it's also known as Mexican street corn). Corn on the cob is charred on the grill, slathered with butter and mayonnaise, and finished with salty Cotija cheese.

Why is Mexican street corn so good? ›

Mayo gives the corn a lightly creamy coating. Lime juice and zest make it bright & zingy. Garlic & scallions add sharp, oniony accents. Cotija cheese dots it with tangy, salty pops of flavor.

What is a substitute for Cotija cheese? ›

Feta is one of the best possible substitutes for cotija. It's similarly salty, though it has a slightly stronger flavor than cotija tends to, and less of the fresh milk flavor. It's also similarly crumbly, though you'll find that feta doesn't melt as well as cotija.

What's the difference between street corn and regular corn? ›

Street corn, also known as "elote" in Mexico, is a popular Mexican street food that features grilled or roasted corn on the cob that has been slathered in a flavorful mixture of mayonnaise, chili powder, lime juice, and crumbled cheese.

What does Mexican street corn taste like? ›

Elote tastes sweet and savory, tangy and spicy all at once. I love to make mine with grilled corn for some smokiness, too. Elote is made with corn on the cob, slathered with mayonnaise, seasoned with chili powder and fresh lime juice, sprinkled all over with salty Cotija cheese and cilantro.

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