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A vibrant street corn creamy cucumber salad in a serving bowl.

Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad

This Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad combines the smoky sweetness of charred corn with crisp cucumbers in a tangy, creamy dressing, perfect for a refreshing side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3-4 ears fresh sweet corn, shucked
  • 2 large English cucumbers, or 3-4 smaller ones
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice from 1-2 limes
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled or feta as a substitute
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Grill or Roasting Pan
  • Sharp Knife
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting Board
  • Separate Medium Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Grill, roast, or pan-sear the shucked corn for 8-10 minutes until tender and lightly charred.
  2. Once cooled, carefully cut the kernels from the cobs and place them in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Wash and dice the English cucumbers into bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl with the corn.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream or crema, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, and garlic powder until smooth.
  5. Pour the dressing over the corn and cucumbers, then add the chopped fresh cilantro and finely diced red onion.
  6. Gently fold in the crumbled Cotija cheese.
  7. Season the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, then serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to meld flavors.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can char the corn kernels directly in a cast-iron skillet after cutting them from the cob. Adjust the amount of chili powder and lime juice to your preference for a spicier or tangier salad. If you don't have Cotija cheese, crumbled feta makes a delicious substitute. This salad is best enjoyed fresh or chilled for a short period to allow flavors to meld without making the cucumbers too soft.