Mexican Street Corn Salad

Here’s a fresh sweet-and-spicy salad from the Love and Lemons food blog.  You can serve this as soon as it’s ready, or allow it to chill.  It’s a great make-ahead option for cookouts and picnics! Serves 4.

Ingredients:
4 ears fresh corn, husked
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
1½ Tablespoons mayo, or vegan mayo
1 garlic clove, minced
Zest and juice of 1 lime
⅓ cup chopped scallions
¼ cup crumbled Cotija, or feta cheese
¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
¼ teaspoon smoked paprika, or chili powder
1 jalapeño pepper, diced*
¼ teaspoon sea salt

Procedure:

1. Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.  Brush the corn with olive oil and grill for 2 minutes per side, or until char marks form.  Remove from grill and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine the mayo, garlic, and lime zest and juice.  Slice the kernels off the corn and add to the bowl along with the scallions.  Stir to coat, then add the cheese, cilantro, smoked paprika, jalapeño, and salt.  Season to taste and serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.

*Roast the jalapeño alongside the corn if you’d like!