Description
A chilled, creamy dip inspired by Mexican street corn (elote), packed with sweet corn, cheese, mild spices, and zesty ingredients. It’s easy to make, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for parties or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 45 ounces southwest corn, well-drained (3 cans)
- 4 ounces mild green chiles, chopped
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh jalapeno, minced and seeds removed
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add the drained corn, chopped green chiles, sliced green onions, and minced jalapeno. Fold gently to combine.
- Stir in the shredded Mexican cheese blend until evenly distributed.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
- Before serving, stir the dip and transfer to a serving bowl. Garnish with extra cheese or green onions if desired.
Notes
- For added heat, include extra jalapeno or a pinch of cayenne.
- Use fire-roasted or grilled corn for a smoky twist.
- Add a spoonful of chopped cilantro just before serving for freshness.
- Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or veggie sticks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
