Description
Mexican Street Corn Kale Salad is a colorful, refreshing dish that brings the vibrant flavors of summer right to your table. Featuring tender kale, smoky roasted corn, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime dressing, this salad is a delicious twist on the classic Mexican elote. Perfect for barbecues or quick lunches, it’s easy to prepare and customize based on your tastes. Delight your guests or treat yourself with this nutritious and satisfying salad that packs a flavorful punch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups kale, chopped
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, diced
- ½ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Rinse and chop the kale into bite-sized pieces; place in a large bowl.
- 2. If using fresh corn, grill or roast it until slightly charred for about 5-7 minutes. If using frozen corn, simply thaw.
- 3. Add roasted corn, cherry tomatoes, and diced avocado to the kale.
- 4. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- 5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until combined.
- 6. Serve immediately as an appetizer or side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling/No-cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 12mg