Description
Mexican Street Corn Coleslaw is a vibrant and flavorful dish that perfectly combines sweet corn, zesty lime juice, and fresh cilantro for a delightful twist on traditional coleslaw. This refreshing side dish is ideal for summer barbecues or family gatherings, providing a crunchy texture and a fiesta of flavors that will brighten any meal. Easy to prepare and versatile, this coleslaw can also serve as a topping for tacos or sandwiches. Get ready to impress your guests with this crowd-pleasing recipe!
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears of corn)
- 2 cups shredded green and purple cabbage (1 cup each)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
- 1 tsp smoked chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: Crumbled cotija cheese, sliced jalapeños
Instructions
- Shuck the corn off the cob or thaw frozen corn if using.
- Thinly slice the cabbage into strips.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn, cabbage, cilantro, lime juice, and mayonnaise. Mix until well-coated.
- Season with smoked chili powder, salt, and pepper; stir well.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, give it another stir and garnish with optional toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For added flavor, grill the corn until slightly charred before cutting it off the cob. Customize by adding diced jalapeños for heat or avocado slices for creaminess. Enjoy the coleslaw chilled or at room temperature; it’s best served fresh.