Go Back
+ servings
Print
mexican street corn

Healthy Mexican Street Corn

Try this Delicious Side Dish of Mexican Street Corn

Course Dinner Side Dish
Cuisine American
About healthy Mexican street corn
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 224 kcal
Author DinnerPlanner

Ingredients

TACO SEASONING

  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

MEXICAN STREET CORN

  • 6 large ears of corn
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup low fat sour cream
  • 1/2 cup lite mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, divided
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning (See Above)
  • 1/4 cup Cojita cheese, crumbled Or Crumbled Feta Cheese
  • 2 teaspoons ground chipotle or smoked paprika
  • salt and black pepper, to taste to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the top oven rack in the second position from top and pre-heat broiler to “High.” Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and set aside.
  2. Husk the corn and remove the silk. Rinse thoroughly to remove any remaining silk and pat dry. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet and brush lightly with the melted butter on all sides.
  3. Place the baking sheet under the pre-heated broiler for 5-6 minutes, or until the top of the corn is slightly charred.
  4. Remove from oven and carefully rotate the corn one-third of the way around before placing under the broiler again.
  5. Broil for another 5-6 minutes, then rotate and broil for another 5-6 minutes. (Total cook time should be 15-18 minutes)
  6. While the corn is broiling, prepare the taco seasoning by combining all ingredients in a small bowl. Stir to combine and set aside.
  7. Combine the Mexican crema (or sour cream), mayonnaise, and two tablespoons chopped cilantro in a medium bowl. Add one tablespoon taco seasoning and stir to combine. Set aside.
  8. Remove the broiled corn from the oven and brush evenly with the seasoned Mexican crema mixture, using all or a thin layer according to your preference.
  9. Serve immediately topped with crumbled Cojita cheese, the remaining cilantro, and a sprinkle of ground chipotle or smoked paprika. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Healthy Mexican Street Corn
Amount Per Serving
Calories 224 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Trans Fat 0.2g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 19mg6%
Sodium 768mg33%
Potassium 548mg16%
Carbohydrates 36g12%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 11g12%
Protein 7g14%
Vitamin A 1527IU31%
Vitamin C 10mg12%
Calcium 68mg7%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.