Mexican Street Corn Salad: A Fresh and Easy Twist with Turkey Bacon
This Mexican Street Corn Salad combines fresh ingredients and the smoky flavor of turkey bacon for a delicious twist on a classic dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups corn kernels
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup queso fresco, crumbled
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cook the turkey bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In a large bowl, combine corn, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and crumbled bacon.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, and salt.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well.
- Garnish with queso fresco before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add diced jalapeños.
- Can be served cold or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 400 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 8 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 milligrams
Keywords: Mexican Street Corn Salad, Turkey Bacon, Salad Recipes