Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexican street corn with this Easy Elote Dip, perfect for any occasion! In just 15 minutes, you can create a creamy, spicy dip that is bound to impress. With fresh ingredients like roasted corn, garlic, and cilantro, this appetizer delivers mouthwatering taste without the hassle. Whether for game days, parties, or a cozy night in, serve it with tortilla chips or use it as a topping for tacos. This versatile dip is not only delicious but also healthier, featuring Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise. Your guests will love this crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 1 pound whole kernel corn
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 jalapeño
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 1/4 cup cotija cheese
- 3 tablespoons cilantro
- 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 lime
- Chili powder, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Heat butter in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add corn and cook for about 10 minutes until golden. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Transfer the cooked corn to a mixing bowl. Add jalapeño, red onion, cotija cheese, cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips or refrigerate for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 8mg