Description
Mexican Street Corn Coleslaw is a vibrant and refreshing side dish perfect for summer gatherings. This easy-to-make coleslaw combines sweet, grilled corn with crunchy cabbage, creamy dressing, and zesty lime juice, creating a flavor-packed explosion in every bite. With its colorful presentation and delightful crunch, this coleslaw is sure to be a hit at barbecues, taco nights, or any casual meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears of corn)
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tsp smoked chili powder
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grill or boil the corn until tender; let cool and cut off the kernels.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add corn to the cabbage; pour the dressing over the mixture.
- Gently toss until evenly coated. Fold in cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg