Grilled Mexican Street Corn: A Flavorful Summer Treat

Grilled Mexican Street Corn is a quick, smoky, and creamy summer dish, perfect for BBQ gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 ears

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Corn

4 ears Fresh Corn on the Cob Husk before grilling.

For the Creamy Dressing

1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used as a lighter substitute.
1/2 cup Sour Cream Plain yogurt works as an alternative.
2 tablespoons Lime Juice Use fresh limes for best flavor.
1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust based on spice preference.
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used.

For the Toppings

1/4 cup Cotija Cheese Feta cheese can be used as a substitute.
1/4 cup Cilantro Omit if disliked or replace with parsley.
to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Optional for Serving

4 wedges Lime For serving alongside.

Equipment

Grill

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 375°F to 450°F.
Husk the fresh corn on the cob, removing silk and outer leaves. Grill for 10-15 minutes, turning every few minutes.
In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
Remove the corn from the grill and coat with the creamy dressing.
Sprinkle cotija cheese and cilantro over the corn.
Serve on a platter with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1earCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust the spice level based on guests’ preferences and experiment with different cheese options.

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