Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Mexican-Inspired Street Corn Dip, a creamy and zesty appetizer that perfectly captures the essence of traditional street corn. This crowd-pleaser is quick to prepare and can be enjoyed warm, at room temperature, or cold, making it an ideal choice for summer gatherings, parties, or cozy nights in. With just a handful of ingredients like charred corn, fresh jalapeños, and creamy yogurt, this dip is not only delicious but also versatile enough to pair with tortilla chips, grilled proteins, or fresh veggies. Elevate your snacking experience and impress your guests with this easy-to-make dish that celebrates the bold and refreshing flavors of Mexican cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 jalapeño pepper (minced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (diced)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
- In a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the corn and cook for 5-7 minutes until charred.
- Stir in the minced jalapeño, diced red onion, and chili powder; mix well. Reduce heat to medium-low.
- Incorporate mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and cotija cheese until evenly coated and slightly melted.
- Remove from heat and fold in chopped cilantro. Adjust salt to taste.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips or enjoy at room temperature or chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg