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Flavorful Grilled Corn Salad with Cotija and Lime Crema

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A quick and easy grilled corn salad featuring smoky charred corn, creamy lime crema, and salty Cotija cheese. Perfect for summer gatherings and pairs well with grilled meats or tacos.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
  • ½ cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Juice and zest of 1 lime
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)
  • 1 garlic clove, finely minced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional extras: cherry tomatoes (halved), avocado (diced), red onion (finely diced)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush the corn lightly with olive oil.
  2. Grill the corn for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes until kernels are charred but juicy. Adjust heat if kernels blacken too much.
  3. While grilling, whisk together sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, mayonnaise (if using), minced garlic, and a pinch of salt to make the lime crema.
  4. Once corn is cool enough to handle, cut kernels off the cob with a sharp knife, keeping kernels intact.
  5. In a large bowl, toss grilled corn kernels with cilantro, jalapeño (if using), and optional cherry tomatoes or avocado.
  6. Pour lime crema over the salad and mix gently until well coated.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, sprinkle crumbled Cotija cheese on top, and toss gently or leave some as garnish.
  8. Serve immediately or chilled/room temperature. Garnish with extra lime wedges if desired.

Notes

Toasting garlic lightly in olive oil before adding to the crema adds a mellow, nutty depth. The lime crema can be made 1-2 days ahead and refrigerated. Adjust jalapeño heat by removing seeds or substituting milder peppers. If crema is too thick, thin with a teaspoon or two of water or milk.

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Keywords: grilled corn salad, Cotija cheese, lime crema, summer salad, BBQ side dish, Mexican salad, easy corn salad

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