Esquites (Mexican Elotes Salad)

Description

Elote, made from grilled corn on the cob and slathered in deliciousness, is a popular street food that shows up at the local fair every year. Esquites are an off-the-cob version that makes a refreshing salad on a hot summer day. Top with more Cotija cheese and a dusting of Tajin®.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 ears corn, kernels cut from cob
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 small shallot, minced
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, or more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon chile-lime seasoning (such as Tajin®), or more to taste
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 ounces Cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Prep Time: 25 mins

Cook Time: 5 mins

Total Time: 30 mins

Servings: 4

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