Description
A vibrant and refreshing Street Corn Cucumber Salad featuring crisp cucumbers, sweet corn, tangy cotija cheese, and a creamy, zesty dressing. This easy no-cook salad combines fresh ingredients with Mexican-inspired flavors, making it a perfect side dish or light snack.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumbers, sliced
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 – 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Slice the Cucumbers: Begin by slicing the cucumbers into thin rounds and place them in a large salad bowl to form the base of your salad.
- Add Corn Kernels: Add the thawed corn kernels to the bowl with the cucumbers, distributing evenly.
- Add Cheese and Cilantro: Sprinkle the crumbled cotija cheese and chopped fresh cilantro over the cucumber and corn mixture for flavor and color.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well until the dressing is smooth and fully mixed.
- Combine Salad with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.
- Toss Gently: Toss everything together gently until all the ingredients are well-coated with the creamy dressing.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the salad and add more salt, pepper, or chili powder if needed according to your preference.
- Chill or Serve: Serve immediately for the freshest crunch, or refrigerate for up to one hour to allow the flavors to meld beautifully. Enjoy your refreshing street corn cucumber salad!
Notes
- You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter dressing.
- Use fresh corn if available by grilling or boiling and then cutting kernels off the cob.
- Adjust chili powder amount to suit your spice tolerance.
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days for best freshness.
- Adding a pinch of smoked paprika can enhance the smoky flavor reminiscent of traditional street corn.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
