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Corn In A Cup
5 from 3 votes

Corn In A Cup

This easy and delicious corn in a cup blends sweet corn with creamy mayonnaise, cheese, and Tajin for a 15 minute snack or side dish.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 371 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 4 corn shucked, cut in half, ears
  • 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 4 tablespoons butter melted
  • 8 tablespoons queso fresco crumbled, or cotija, or parmesan
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1 lime cut into thin wedges, for serving
  • tajin seasoning for serving

Instructions

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  1. Boil corn in a large pot of water for 5-7 minutes until kernels are tender, then drain.
  2. With a knife, remove kernels from the cob carefully and transfer to a large bowl.
  3. Combine corn with mayonnaise, melted butter, cheese, and lime juice until thoroughly mixed.
  4. Serve the corn in 4 cups and top with Tajin and lime wedges.

Notes

  • Use a bundt pan to stabilize the corn when removing kernels. This method collects kernels in the pan, reducing mess.
  • Experiment with different cheeses like queso fresco, cotija, or Parmesan to find your preferred taste and texture.
  • Add Tajin seasoning right before serving to maintain its vibrant flavor and prevent it from getting soggy from the lime juice.

Nutrition Information

Calories 371kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 21g (7%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 30g (46%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Polyunsaturated Fat 7g (41%) Monounsaturated Fat 7g (35%) Trans Fat 1g (50%) Cholesterol 56mg (19%) Sodium 415mg (17%) Potassium 321mg (7%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 782IU (16%) Vitamin C 16mg (18%) Calcium 185mg (19%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 371

% Daily Value*

Calories 371kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 21g 7%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 30g 46%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7g 41%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 56mg 19%
Sodium 415mg 17%
Potassium 321mg 7%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 782IU 16%
Vitamin C 16mg 18%
Calcium 185mg 19%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.