Mexican Street Corn Slaw
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4.6
Mexican Street Corn Slaw
Description
Mexican Street Corn Slaw features a blend of charred corn and jalapeño cooked in olive oil, combined with crisp red cabbage, green bell pepper, green onions, and fresh cilantro. The slaw is dressed in a mixture of mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, and seasoning, creating a creamy, tangy dressing with a smoky, mildly spicy flavor profile. Crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy, salty contrast to the fresh vegetables.
The cooking method of charring the corn and jalapeño imparts a subtle smokiness that complements the fresh crunch of cabbage and peppers. The balance of creaminess and spice in the dressing enhances the bold vegetable ingredients, making the slaw a flavorful side dish with notable texture contrasts.
This slaw pairs well with grilled meats or can be served as a standalone salad for a lively vegetable-focused dish. It holds up well when refrigerated, making it a practical option for meal prep or leftovers without losing its crispness.
Using pre-shredded cabbage speeds preparation, but fresh shredded cabbage can be substituted. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-5 days to maintain freshness and texture.
Ingredients
Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoon lime juice 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
Slaw
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups corn
- 1 jalapeño diced small
- 4 cups red cabbage shredded
- 1 green bell pepper julienned
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped, fresh
- 6 green onions sliced
- ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
Instructions
- Prep the corn and dressing: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn and jalapeños and cook until they begin to char, 5-7 minutes. Mix the dressing ingredients together in a small bowl.
- Finish the slaw: Add all the slaw ingredients to a large bowl with the corn mixture, and dressing. Toss well and serve.
Notes
- Using pre-shredded cabbage reduces prep time and the slaw holds up well over several days.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days without losing crispness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 224 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 224kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 371mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 286mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1155IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 44.6mg | 50% |
| Calcium | 92mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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