Go Back Email Link
–+ servings
Print Recipe
5 from 1 vote

Grilled Mexican Street Corn (Elotes)

This Mexican Street Corn is a vibrant and flavourful side dish, perfect for summer cookouts. Grilled to perfection and slathered with a zesty Greek yogurt sauce, it's topped with crumbled cotija cheese and fresh cilantro for a deliciously authentic taste.
Servings: 4
Calories: 159.9kcal
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 ears corn husked
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt plain
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise light
  • ½ lime juiced
  • ½ tsp chili powder or to taste
  • ¼ tsp smoked paprika optional
  • 1 tsp garlic minced
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch pepper
  • 2 tbsp cilantro fresh, chopped
  • 2 tbsp cotija cheese crumbled, or feta cheese as a substitute)

Equipment

  • Grill or Grill Pan

Instructions

  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the husked corn directly on the grates, turning occasionally, until the kernels are lightly charred and tender, about 10-15 minutes.
    4 ears corn
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, paprika (if using), garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
    ¼ cup Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, ½ lime, ½ tsp chili powder, ¼ tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic, 1 pinch salt, 1 pinch pepper
  • Once the corn is grilled, remove it from the grill and let it cool slightly. Brush or spoon the yogurt-mayo mixture generously over each ear of corn, coating it well.
  • Sprinkle the corn with crumbled cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, and a light dusting of smoked paprika if using.
    2 tbsp cotija cheese, 2 tbsp cilantro
  • Serve the street corn immediately with lime wedges on the side for extra zing.

Cooking Tips

  • Grill Temperature: Keep an eye on the grill temperature to avoid burning the corn; you want it charred, not burnt.
  • Substitutions: Cotija cheese can be replaced with feta or a dairy-free cheese alternative for a vegan version.
  • Add More Spice: Adjust the chili powder and paprika according to your spice preference.

 

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Grilled Mexican Street Corn (Elotes)
Amount per Serving
Calories
159.9
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8.4
g
13
%
Saturated Fat
 
2.3
g
14
%
Trans Fat
 
0.02
g
Cholesterol
 
11.1
mg
4
%
Sodium
 
173.6
mg
8
%
Potassium
 
287.9
mg
8
%
Carbohydrates
 
19
g
6
%
Fiber
 
2.2
g
9
%
Sugar
 
6.3
g
7
%
Protein
 
5.7
g
11
%
Vitamin C
 
8.8
mg
11
%
Vitamin D
 
0.1
µg
1
%
Calcium
 
63.6
mg
6
%
Iron
 
0.7
mg
4
%
Magnesium
 
37.7
mg
9
%
Zinc
 
0.8
mg
5
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.