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This Mexican street corn in a cup features sweet corn kernels and queso fresco tossed in a mixture of mayonnaise, lime juice, smoked paprika, and cayenne.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 1/4 tsp lime juice
- 1 pinch smoked paprika
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper ground
- 2 1/3 cups corn kernels see note below
- 3 Tbsp queso fresco cheese crumbled
- 1/2 Tbsp fresh cilantro leaves finely chopped
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, lime juice, smoked paprika, and cayenne. Mix well.
- Fold in corn, queso fresco, and chopped cilantro until incorporated.
- Keep chilled until ready to enjoy. Serve with a lime wedge and a sprinkle of paprika, if desired.
Notes
You can use fresh corn that has been roasted, grilled or boiled and cut off the cob--or frozen roasted corn that has been thawed.
Nutrition
Calories: 183kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 4.1gFat: 10.5gSaturated Fat: 2.3gTrans Fat: 0.07gCholesterol: 6.8mgSodium: 68mgFiber: 3.2gSugar: 8.7g
Note: Since everyone’s health history and nutritional needs are so different, please make sure that you talk with your doctor and a registered dietitian to get advice about the diet and exercise plan that‘s right for you.