Author Catalina Castravet

Mexican Street Corn Potato Salad is the perfect side dish for a summer BBQ, creamy, refreshing, and loaded with sweet corn.

Prep Time 20 minutes 

Cook Time 10 minutes 

Chill: 30 minutes 

Total Time 1hour 

Servings 6 serv

Calories 638 kcal

Ingredients

• 2 lbs russet potatoes peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt for boiling the potatoes
• 6 large ears of corn kernels removed - or use 1 can or sweet corn, drained
• 6 hard boiled eggs chopped small - optional
• 1 small red onion finely chopped
• 1/2 cup cotija cheese crumbled
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• Salt to taste

Dressing:

• 1 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
• 1 teaspoon sugar or to taste

Instructions

1. Add the potatoes to a large pot and cover with water, also add 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt. Place on the stove over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
2. Boil until barely fork-tender, about 9-10 minutes. Drain well and let cool in the pot or in a colander.
3. In a medium bowl whisk together the dressing ingredients and place in the fridge to chill.
4. Next, while boiling the potatoes, place a cast iron pan over medium-high heat, add just a splash of oil, and add the corn kernels. Stir and cook until lightly charred. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
5. Transfer the cooled potatoes to a large mixing bowl.
6. Add the chopped eggs, if using. Add the corn, onion, cotija cheese, and cilantro. Stir to combine.
7. Add the salad dressing and gently stir until fully coated. Taste and adjust for salt and pepper.
8. Serve warm or chilled with more cotija cheese on top and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 638kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 22g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 217mg | Sodium: 1558mg | Potassium: 1001mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 694IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 3mg