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Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad

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This Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad combines the bold flavors of Mexican street corn with the refreshing crunch of cucumbers, all tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing. It’s the perfect side dish for BBQs, potlucks, or summer dinners.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • 1 large English cucumber, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (plus more to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/3 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. If using frozen corn, cook it according to package directions. If using fresh corn, grill or roast it until slightly charred, then remove kernels from the cob. Allow corn to cool.
  2. Chop the cucumber and red onion, and add them to a large mixing bowl along with the cooled corn.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, lime juice, and salt.
  4. Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and stir well to coat everything evenly.
  5. Fold in the cotija cheese and chopped cilantro.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving. Adjust lime juice and seasoning if needed before serving.

Notes

  • Use grilled or roasted corn for extra flavor, but canned or frozen corn works in a pinch.
  • English cucumbers are ideal as they are seedless and less watery, helping maintain salad texture.
  • This salad can be made a few hours in advance and stored in the fridge until ready to serve.
  • Add jalapeños for a spicy kick or avocado for extra creaminess.

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