Description
Mexican Street Corn Dip is a vibrant, crowd-pleasing appetizer that captures the essence of summer in every bite. Featuring sweet corn, zesty lime, and creamy cheese, this dip is perfect for parties or cozy nights in. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite at your gatherings. Serve it with tortilla chips or fresh veggies for an irresistible snack that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder (adjust for spice level)
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Corn: Grill or boil the fresh corn until tender. If grilling, aim for char marks for added flavor. Let cool before cutting kernels off the cob.
- 2. Create the Base Mix: In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth.
- 3. Add Flavorful Zing: Stir in lime juice and chili powder until well mixed.
- 4. Toss in the Goodies: Fold in grilled corn, cotija cheese, cilantro, and green onions gently.
- 5. Season It Up: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- 6. Serve It Right: Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle extra cotija on top, and serve with tortilla chips or veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg