Mexican Corn Salad
There are many variations of this delicious side dish. You can add black beans if you like. Canned or frozen corn can be used if fresh corn is not available.
INGREDIENTS » » » » » » » » »
1 Tbsp. Olive Oil 5 ears fresh corn, shucked and kernels removed 1 clove garlic (pressed or grated on microplane) ¼ tsp. Kosher Salt ¼ tsp. pepper 1 red bell pepper, diced ½ cup (packed) cilantro, chopped ¼ cup red onion, diced 1 jalapeño seeded, diced
DRESSING » » » » » » » » » »
2 Tbsp. mayonnaise 2 Tbsp. sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt) 1 Tbsp. lime juice (or more to taste) 1 clove garlic (pressed or grated on microplane) ¼ tsp. chili powder ¼ tsp. cumin ¼ tsp. smoked paprika ¼ tsp. Kosher salt ¼ tsp. pepper ½ cup Cotija cheese, (or feta) crumbled
GARNISH (OPTIONAL) » » » »
2 green onions, chopped cilantro avocado Cotija or feta cheese
INSTRUCTIONS
• Grill your corn, then cut the kernels from the cobs. If you are not able to grill it, heat a large skillet and add the olive oil. Then add the corn, ¼ tsp. salt and ¼ tsp. pepper, and 1 garlic clove (pressed). Cook the corn kernels until you get a little bit of browning on them. Add corn to a large bowl. • Chop all of the veggies and cilantro. Then press/grate the garlic. Add to the bowl. • Mix the dressing ingredients together. Stir the dressing into the salad until well combined. Serve with your choice of garnishes.
Classic Cole Slaw This is a basic recipe that can be adapted to suit your family’s tastes. There are many delicious pre-mixed blends on the market if you want to save some steps.
INGREDIENTS » » » » » » » »
4 cups thinly sliced cabbage (green or purple, or a mix) 1 carrot, grated on the large holes of a box grater 2 green onions, thinly sliced on the diagonal 4 tbsp. mayonnaise 1 tsp. yellow mustard 2 tsp. cider vinegar or wine vinegar 1/8 tsp. freshly ground black pepper, or more to taste Kosher salt, to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
• Place the cabbage, carrot, and onions in a large bowl. Add the dressing ingredients and gently mix so that all of the shredded cabbage is coated with the dressing.
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