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Nacho Corn on the Cob

Quick and easy Nacho Corn on the Cob topped with nacho sauce, pico de gallo, and queso fresco. The perfect side to serve at bbq's and summer backyard parties. 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
18 mins
Servings: 5 corn on the cob
Calories: 154 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 2-3 Tablespoons vegetable oil
  • salt to taste
  • Ground black pepper to taste
  • 5 ears of fresh corn, cleaned
  • 10 Tablespoons Rico's Gourmet Nacho Cheese Sauce (2 Tablespoons per ear of corn, or more if desired)
  • 5 Tablespoons pico de gallo (chopped red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and tomatoes) (1 Tablepsoon per ear of corn)
  • ½-3/4 cup crumbled queso fresco or cotija
  • ancho chili powder to taste (optional)
  • 5 lime wedges (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.  In a small bowl, combine the vegetable oil, salt, and ground pepper to taste. 
  2. When the pan is hot, brush the corn with the seasoned oil and then grill all sides until the corn is charred and cooked (8-12 minutes total). 
  3. Serve corn slathered/topped with warm nacho cheese sauce, pico de gallo, and crumbled queso fresco.
  4. If desired, you can sprinkle on a bit of chili powder and lime juice.  

Notes

  • Although this nacho grilled corn on the cob is a feast by all itself, you can also serve as a side for barbecue or grilled meats.

Nutrition Information

Calories 154kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 11mg (4%) Sodium 405mg (17%) Potassium 34mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 304IU (6%) Vitamin C 6mg (7%) Calcium 96mg (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5corn on the cob

Amount Per Serving

Calories 154

% Daily Value*

Calories 154kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 11mg 4%
Sodium 405mg 17%
Potassium 34mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 304IU 6%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 96mg 10%

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