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Flavorful Grilled Elote Street Corn Salad Recipe with Cotija and Tajin

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A smoky, tangy, and spicy grilled elote street corn salad bursting with layers of flavor from cotija cheese and tajin. Perfect for summer gatherings and easy to prepare in about 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons tajin seasoning
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
  2. Husk the corn and remove all silk strands. Brush each ear with melted butter evenly.
  3. Grill the corn directly on the grates for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes until smoky and golden-brown with charred spots.
  4. Remove corn from grill and let cool for 5 minutes. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice kernels off the cob into a large mixing bowl.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Pour the dressing over the warm grilled corn kernels and gently toss to coat.
  7. Add crumbled cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, and sprinkle tajin seasoning over the top. Toss lightly again, leaving some cotija and tajin as garnish.
  8. Serve immediately while warm, or at room temperature or chilled.

Notes

Use a sharp serrated knife and hold the cob upright to safely slice kernels. Adjust tajin seasoning to control heat level. For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt. If no grill is available, roast corn in the oven at 425°F for 20 minutes, turning halfway. Avoid overmixing to keep cotija cheese crumbles intact. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; stir with lime juice before serving to refresh.

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Keywords: grilled corn salad, elote salad, street corn salad, cotija cheese, tajin, summer side dish, easy corn salad, smoky corn salad

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