Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad
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4.7
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Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad
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A healthier take to the traditional Esquites recipe. Creamy delicious, smokey flavor and bursting with flavor.
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Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 4-5 garlic cloves pressed
- 3 1/2 Cup corn Fresh, canned or frozen
- 1 Cup black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 Large red bell pepper diced
- 1 Medium sweet onion finely diced
- 2-3 jalapeños diced, seeds, and veins removed for a mild taste
- 1/4 Cup pickled jalapeno
- 5 oz cream cheese can use light or fat-free
- 1 Tsp smoked paprika
- 1 Cup grated cheddar cheese
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 Tbsp fresh chopped cilantro to garnish
Instructions
- Add olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook just until fragrant, then stir in corn, black beans, bell pepper, fresh and pickled jalapeños.
- Season with paprika, salt, and pepper to taste, and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
- Add cream cheese and stir until fully incorporated, then stir in Cheddar cheese. Continue to stir until all cheese is melted.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve while hot. Enjoy!
Notes
- Nutritional facts:
- Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is calculated using a nutrition facts calculator. It is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used.
- Substitutes:
- Storage:
- Place leftovers in a container and store in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave when ready to eat. You can freeze for up to 3 months.
- Cream cheese can be light or fat-free
- Olive or avocado oil
- Corn - fresh, frozen, or canned
Nutrition Information
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Calories
265kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
25g
(8%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
16g
(25%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Cholesterol
34mg
(11%)
Sodium
150mg
(6%)
Potassium
374mg
(11%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
1360IU
(27%)
Vitamin C
36.5mg
(41%)
Calcium
139mg
(14%)
Iron
1.2mg
(7%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 265 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 265kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 150mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 374mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1360IU | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 36.5mg | 41% |
| Calcium | 139mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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