Street Corn Salad

Street Corn Salad, Recipe Written by Culina Creative for Lidl US, Photography by Tyler Darden

Street corn: a dance of flavors.

This humble treat, known traditionally as elote, is nothing short of a culinary revelation.

But wait, there's a twist in this tale. If you think you've known all about elote from munching on it right off the cob, then brace yourself for the street corn salad. Picture this: the same robust flavors of your favorite street corn recipe but deconstructed and presented as an enticing, vibrant salad, which is perfect for those gatherings where corn on the cob might not be the most elegant choice.

Whether it's enjoyed on the cob or as a refreshing salad, the charm of street corn is truly unparalleled. The dance of flavors, the blend of tradition with innovation, is what makes this dish an evergreen favorite.

FORGO YOUR USUAL CORN ON THE COB (AND THE MESSY FINGERS THAT COME WITH IT) FOR THIS FORK-TASTIC RECIPE INSPIRED BY MEXICAN STREET CORN.

Street Corn Salad

INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 ears fresh corn, cut from the cob

¼ cup red onion

1 teaspoon Tajín® clásico seasoning

¼ cup queso fresco

2 tablespoons mayonnaise

½ lime, juiced

1 avocado, diced

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When pan is hot, add the corn and sauté for 5 minutes or until corn begins to char. Set aside and let cool.

2. Combine cooled corn and the remaining ingredients in a medium bowl. Stir to combine.

3. Serve immediately.