@kytelinkelsey: High Protein Mexican Street Corn 🌽 Ingredients * 4 ears corn, husked * 1 can corn, drained * ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt * 2–3 tbsp mayo (optional, but helps the flavor feel more authentic) * ½ cup cotija cheese or feta * 1 garlic clove, minced * Juice of 1–2 limes * ½ tsp chili powder * ½ tsp smoked paprika * Pinch of cayenne (optional) * Salt + pepper * Fresh cilantro * Green onion or red onion (optional) * Hot sauce or Tajín for topping Optional Protein Boosts If you want it even higher protein: * Add grilled chicken * Mix in black beans * Stir in blended cottage cheese with the yogurt Instructions 1. Char or boil the corn * Grill the corn stalks OR cook them in a skillet until slightly blackened. * In another pan, sauté the canned corn until golden and crispy in spots. That combo of fresh + canned corn gives really good texture. 2. Cut corn off the cob Slice the kernels off all 4 ears and add to a bowl with the canned corn. 3. Make the sauce Mix together: * Greek yogurt * Mayo * Garlic * Lime juice * Chili powder * Smoked paprika * Salt + pepper 4. Toss it together Add sauce to corn mixture and stir in: * Cotija * Cilantro * Onion if using 5. Top and serve Really good with tacos with tortilla chips! #highprotein #mexicanstreetcorn #elote #healthyfood #EasyRecipe
