Mexican Street Corn Salad

Name: Mexican Street Corn Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 ears corn*** (husked); 1 1/2 cups pearl couscous (uncooked); 1 cup chicken broth; 3/4 cup water; 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (divided (6-8 limes)); 2 teaspoons salt (divided); 1/2 red bell pepper (chopped); 1/2 small red onion (finely chopped); 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (chopped); 5 green onions (chopped); 1 jalapeno pepper (diced (and seeded if less heat desired)); 2 Tablespoons sour cream; 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 cup cotija cheese (or feta, crumbled)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:10min

This Couscous Corn Salad puts a salad twist on Mexican Street Corn. Smoky grilled corn, a creamy cumin-lime dressing, and pearl couscous combine to create this delicious salad.

Updated at: Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:31:26 GMT