This Mexican Inspired Street Corn Salad is a crowd favorite whenever I make it for dinner, BBQ, or a picnic. Corn got a bad rap from the “diet industry” for having too many carbs/sugars, then corn got a bad rap in the holistic nutrition world for being gmo!
Truth, For a long time I avoided corn. As part of my own unlearning and relearning food journey through mindful eating, I have learned to enjoy local, seasonal corn and it’s benefits in the summer from my farmers market!
Hormone Pro Tip:
✔️ Corn is mainly an insoluble fiber which is key for hormones & estrogen detox
✔️Corn contains vitamin b’s & micro minerals like zinc, magnesium, manganese, iron, and copper all of which are needed in metabolic functions
✔️ Oairing fats & proteins in the salad with insolvable fiber can aid in blood sugar balancing as it relates to hormonal anxiety and stress spikes
✔️ Cilantro benefits healthy menstrual function by regulating proper endocrine gland function & the hormones that regulate menstrual cycles
Hormone-Supporting Mexican-Inspired Street Corn Salad
Ingredients
- 4 ears Corn On The Cob
- 1 small Jalapeno Pepper (seeds removed, finely diced)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1/2 tsp Flaky sea salt
- 1/4 cup Mayonnaise or vegan mayo
- 1/4 cup Plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 2 medium Limes (juiced and zested)
- 1 tbsp Taco seasoning
- 1 tsp Tajin Spice or dried red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup Cilantro (chopped)
- 1/4 cup Cotija or feta Cheese or omit or use plant-based alternative
Instructions
- Drizzle corn & pepper with oil & sea salt. Heat a cast-iron pan or grill over medium-high heat. Cook the corn for one to two minutes per side until lightly charred on all sides. Once it is cooked, remove it & let it cool for about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a bowl, mix together the mayo/ yogurt, lime juice, lime zest, oil, salt, cilantro, & cheese.
- Slice the kernels off the cob & dice the grilled peppers & transfer them into the bowl. Mix everything together until combined, sprinkle with extra sea salt & enjoy! Jo
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Notes
You can omit grilling the cobs of corn, and use canned corn if that better fits your access