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Flavorful Grilled Corn Street Salad with Easy Chipotle Mayo and Cotija

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A smoky, creamy, and spicy grilled corn salad featuring homemade chipotle mayo and crumbly cotija cheese, perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 small jalapeño, finely diced

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F (200°C). If using a grill pan, heat it over medium-high for about 5 minutes.
  2. Grill the husked corn directly on the grill grates, turning every 2-3 minutes until kernels are charred and tender, about 10-12 minutes total. Aim for blackened speckling without burning.
  3. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, finely chopped chipotle peppers, minced garlic, smoked paprika, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and set aside to meld flavors.
  4. Once the corn is slightly cooled but still warm, use a sharp knife to cut the kernels off the cob into a large mixing bowl, including the juicy bits close to the cob.
  5. Add chopped cilantro, crumbled cotija cheese, and optional jalapeño to the bowl with corn. Pour in the chipotle mayo and gently toss until evenly coated.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed.
  7. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with extra cotija and cilantro if desired. Serve immediately or chill for up to 4 hours.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute cotija cheese with vegan cheese or toasted nuts. Frozen corn can be used in winter by sautéing with smoked paprika. Avoid over-salting as cotija cheese is naturally salty. If mayo mixture is too thick, add a splash of water or extra lime juice to loosen it.

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Keywords: grilled corn salad, chipotle mayo, cotija cheese, street food salad, summer salad, smoky corn salad, easy corn salad

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