Ultimate Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad
The Ultimate Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad combines the bold flavors of Mexican street corn with the cool crunch of fresh Cucumber. Sweet Corn is tossed in a creamy chili-lime dressing with herbs and tangy Cotija Cheese, creating a refreshing yet flavorful salad.This dish is perfect for summer meals, BBQs, potlucks, or as a vibrant side dish.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 8–10 minutes (if roasting or grilling corn)
Total time: ~20–25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
Salad
2 cups corn kernels (fresh, grilled, or frozen & thawed)
2 medium cucumbers, sliced or diced
¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
2 tbsp chopped cilantro
Creamy Street Corn Dressing
¼ cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream
1 tbsp lime juice
½ tsp chili powder
¼ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
extra cotija cheese
chili flakes or hot sauce
sliced avocado
Instructions
1. Prepare the Corn
If using fresh corn, grill or sauté kernels in a skillet for 5–8 minutes until lightly charred.
Let cool slightly.
2. Make the Dressing
In a small bowl whisk together:
mayonnaise
Greek yogurt or sour cream
lime juice
chili powder
paprika
garlic powder
salt and pepper
3. Combine the Salad
In a large bowl mix:
corn
cucumber
red onion
cilantro
4. Add Dressing
Pour the creamy dressing over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
5. Finish and Serve
Top with crumbled cotija cheese and extra chili powder if desired.
Serve chilled or slightly cool.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this lighter?
Yes. Replace mayonnaise with extra Greek yogurt.
Can I make it vegan?
Use vegan mayo and plant-based yogurt and skip the cheese or use vegan cheese.
Can I prepare it ahead?
Yes. Refrigerate for 2–3 hours before serving for deeper flavor.
What protein can I add?
Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or black beans to turn it into a full meal.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~210 kcal
Protein: ~6 g
Carbohydrates: ~22 g
Fiber: ~3 g
Fat: ~12 g
Sodium: ~280 mg