Description
This delightful corn on the cob is topped with creamy mayonnaise and crumbled cotija cheese, making it the perfect summer side dish.
Ingredients
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- 4 ears of corn
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prep the corn: Carefully remove the husks and silks from the corn. Rinse each ear under cold running water.
- Microwave for tenderness: Place the cleaned ears in a microwave-safe dish, cover with a damp paper towel, and microwave on high for 3-5 minutes.
- Mix the toppings: In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, and salt. Stir until well blended.
- Slather on the goodness: Use a basting brush to spread the creamy mixture over the cooked corn.
- Sprinkle and serve: Generously sprinkle cotija cheese over the corn. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise. You can grill or bake the corn for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg