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Mexican Street Corn Rice Salad

Mexican Street Corn Rice Salad for a Fresh Flavor Boost

This Mexican Street Corn Rice Salad combines creamy cotija cheese, zesty lime, and sweet corn for a refreshing dish perfect for potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 0.5 cups Mayonnaise Substitution: Greek yogurt for a lighter alternative.
  • 0.25 cups 2% Milk Any milk or plant-based milk can work.
  • 1 unit Lime (zest and juice) Fresh lime is preferable.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Use fresh for the best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Substitution: Coriander for a different spice profile.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Pepper Freshly ground is recommended.
Salad
  • 3 cups Cooked Long Grain Rice Leftover rice works well.
  • 16 oz Frozen Southwestern Corn Fresh or canned corn can also be used.
  • 1 cup Cotija Cheese Substitution: Feta cheese for a similar flavor.
  • 0.25 cups Cilantro (minced) Omit if disliked; green onions or parsley can be substituted.
  • 0.5 cups Green Onions (chopped) Can be replaced with chives.
  • 1 unit Jalapeno Pepper (finely chopped, seeded) Adjust according to spice tolerance.
  • to taste dash Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can also be used.

Equipment

  • large glass bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Make the Dressing
  1. In a large glass bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, 2% milk, lime juice and zest, minced garlic, ground cumin, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth and creamy.
Combine the Rice and Corn
  1. Gently fold in cooked and cooled long grain rice and thawed frozen Southwestern corn using a spatula.
Add Fresh Ingredients
  1. Incorporate cotija cheese, minced cilantro, chopped green onions, and finely chopped jalapeno pepper, and mix carefully.
Season to Perfection
  1. Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice.
Garnish and Chill
  1. Sprinkle smoked paprika and extra cilantro on top, then allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Serve and Enjoy
  1. Serve the salad in a bowl and enjoy it as a side or a light lunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prepare the salad a day before for the best taste and add toppings before serving for maximum freshness.

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