Mexican Street Corn Cottage Cheese Salad Recipe
A vibrant and creamy Mexican Street Corn Cottage Cheese Salad that combines charred corn, smoky spices, tangy cotija cheese, and fresh cilantro with cottage cheese for a wholesome and flavorful dish. Easy to prepare on the stovetop, this salad works perfectly as a dip, side, or topping, offering a healthy twist on traditional street corn flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Corn Mixture
- 1½ cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp chili powder (plus extra for garnish)
Salad Base
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- ¼ cup cotija cheese (or feta), crumbled
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise or Greek yogurt (optional, for extra creaminess)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Char the Corn: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn, smoked paprika, and chili powder, stirring occasionally, until the corn is lightly charred, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly before proceeding.
- Assemble the Salad: Spoon the cottage cheese into a serving bowl. Stir in the charred corn, crumbled cotija cheese, and chopped cilantro. Add fresh lime juice and mayonnaise or Greek yogurt if using, then mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle extra chili powder and more cotija cheese over the top for a bold, flavorful finish. Serve immediately as a creamy dip with tortilla chips, a refreshing side salad, or as a flavorful topping for grilled meats.
Notes
- Use fresh corn for the best flavor, but canned or frozen corn works well too.
- Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt is optional and adds extra creaminess if desired.
- Adjust the amount of chili powder to your preferred heat level.
- For a vegetarian diet, ensure the cotija cheese used is vegetarian-friendly or substitute with feta.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
Keywords: Mexican street corn salad, cottage cheese salad, charred corn dip, cotija cheese salad, quick side dish
