Roasted Corn Salsa with Tequila-Lime Dressing Recipe

Name: Roasted Corn Salsa with Tequila-Lime Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 medium ears yellow corn, silk removed, husk intact.; 5 teaspoons vegetable oil; 1/2 cup mayonnaise, preferably homemade; 2 tablespoons tequila; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/4 cup diced green onions; 1/2 Serrano pepper, finely chopped (seeds included); 1/3 cup diced red bell pepper; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves; 1 avocado, sliced, for garnish; Tortilla chips, for garnish

Servings: persons

5 medium ears yellow corn, silk removed, husk intact.
5 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup mayonnaise, preferably homemade
2 tablespoons tequila
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup diced green onions
1/2 Serrano pepper, finely chopped (seeds included)
1/3 cup diced red bell pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 avocado, sliced, for garnish
Tortilla chips, for garnish

1
Preheat a grill to medium-high.
2
Soak corn in water for 5 minutes, drain and pat dry.
3
Lightly rub each ear of corn with 1 teaspoon of the oil and place the corn directly on the grill.
4
Grill the corn, turning occasionally, until the kernels are lightly browned on all sides, about 20 minutes.
5
Remove and set aside until cool.
6
When the ears have cooled, cut the kernels from the cobs and transfer to a mixing bowl.
7
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, tequila, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
8
Pour the mayonnaise-tequila dressing over the cooled corn kernels.
9
Stir in the green onions, diced serrano pepper, red bell pepper, and cilantro.
10
Adjust seasonings, as needed.
11
Cover and chill for 1 hour.
12
Place corn salsa in a serving bowl, garnish with avocado slices, and serve with tortilla chips.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 medium ears yellow corn, silk removed, husk intact., 5 teaspoons vegetable oil, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, preferably homemade, 2 tablespoons tequila, and more.

Yes, Roasted Corn Salsa with Tequila-Lime Dressing falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Roasted Corn Salsa with Tequila-Lime Dressing

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