Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with our Mexican Street Corn Kale Salad. This refreshing dish combines tender kale, sweet grilled corn, creamy cotija cheese, and rich avocado, all tossed in a zesty cilantro lime dressing. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a nutritious side to any meal, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to fit your taste preferences. With its colorful presentation and delicious ingredients, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch green kale
- 2 ears of corn
- ½ cup cotija cheese
- ¼ cup red onion
- 1–2 avocados
- Olive oil and lime juice (for massaging the kale)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (for dressing)
- Fresh lime juice and cilantro (for dressing)
Instructions
- Wash and chop the kale, placing it in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice; massage the leaves for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Grill or boil corn until tender (5-7 minutes). Cut kernels off the cobs.
- Combine corn, cotija cheese, red onion, and avocado with the kale.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, salt, and chipotle powder until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad; toss gently to combine.
- Serve topped with crushed tortilla chips for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For an extra kick, add diced jalapeños or cherry tomatoes. Let the salad sit in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.