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Ingredients
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- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/2 small red onion, finely diced (optional)
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (optional, for extra spice)
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and cayenne in a bowl.
- Add corn kernels, stirring gently to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix in red onion and jalapeño for extra flavor if desired.
- Transfer to a platter and garnish with queso fresco and cilantro.
Notes
Adjust spices for desired heat level.
Chill for 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mix
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 15