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Delicious Street Corn Salad with Greek Yogurt

Delicious Street Corn Salad with Greek Yogurt for Summer Fun

Enjoy this Delicious Street Corn Salad with Greek Yogurt, a refreshing summer dish that combines sweet corn and creamy yogurt.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 ears Sweet Corn Fresh corn is best; frozen fire-roasted corn is a substitute.
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely chopped.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Add just before serving for freshness.
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Minced; adjust for spice preference.
  • 1 cup Cotija Cheese Crumbled; feta cheese is a substitute.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Creamy base for the salad.
  • 1 lime Lime Juice Adds necessary acidity; do not skip.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For grilling the corn.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Mild smokiness flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground; season to taste.

Equipment

  • grill
  • mixing bowls
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Husk the sweet corn and remove silk. Brush with olive oil. Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill corn for about 2 minutes on each side until charred.
  2. Allow the corn to cool, then cut the kernels off the cob into a bowl.
  3. Add the finely chopped red onion, minced jalapeño, and crumbled cotija cheese to the corn. Stir gently to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, sea salt, and freshly ground pepper until smooth.
  5. Drizzle dressing over the corn and veggie mixture and toss until well coated. Garnish with fresh cilantro and additional cotija cheese.
  6. Serve immediately, or chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Best enjoyed fresh or at room temperature.

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