Description
Mexican Street Corn Coleslaw is a vibrant twist on traditional coleslaw, bursting with fresh flavors and textures. This creamy slaw features sweet grilled corn, crunchy cabbage, zesty lime juice, and a hint of chili powder that will elevate your summer barbecues or Taco Tuesdays. Perfect as a side dish or standalone delight, it’s sure to become a favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (approximately 6 ears of corn)
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (mix of green and red)
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grill the corn until slightly charred, then let cool before cutting the kernels off the cob.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn, shredded cabbage, and sliced red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until well combined.
- Fold in chopped cilantro just before serving for an aromatic finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling and Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg