Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of our Mexican Street Corn Kale Salad, a refreshing and nutritious side dish that celebrates the best of summer produce. This colorful salad features tender, massaged kale tossed with sweet corn, creamy avocado, and a zesty cilantro lime dressing that offers a delightful balance of flavors. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a light lunch, this salad can easily be customized with your choice of proteins like grilled chicken or turkey for added heartiness. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature; it’s versatile enough to elevate any meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch green kale
- 2 ears of corn
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1–2 avocados
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 garlic cloves
- Olive oil
- Salt and chipotle powder
Instructions
- Wash and chop the kale into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, drizzle olive oil and lime juice over the kale and massage gently for 1-2 minutes until tender.
- Boil water in a pot, add shucked corn ears, and cook for about 5–7 minutes until tender. Remove from heat, cool slightly, then cut off the kernels.
- In another bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, minced garlic, salt, and chipotle powder until smooth.
- Combine cooked corn with massaged kale, red onion, and diced avocado. Pour dressing over and toss gently to coat.
- Transfer to a serving dish and top with crushed tortilla chips before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg