Elote Asado

Elote Asado is a vibrant Mexican street corn dish that captures the essence of summer with its smoky, charred flavor and fresh toppings. This vegan version replaces traditional dairy with creamy cashew sauce, making it a delightful and healthy snack for everyone to enjoy.

Ingredients

• Fresh corn on the cob - 2 ears
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. While the grill is heating, shuck the corn and remove all silk strands.
3. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and salt to create a marinade.
4. Brush the marinade evenly over the corn on all sides.
5. Place the corn on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until the corn is charred and tender.
6. Remove the corn from the grill and let it cool slightly.
7. Drizzle the lime juice over the charred corn and sprinkle with chopped cilantro and nutritional yeast before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins from corn and cilantro.

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