Elote Asado con Queso

Elote Asado con Queso is a flavorful Mexican street corn dish, featuring grilled corn on the cob slathered in a creamy mixture of cheese, spices, and lime. Perfect for a vegetarian brunch, this dish bursts with vibrant flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• Corn on the cob - 2 ears
• Cotija cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
• Mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Carefully husk the corn, removing all silk strands, and rinse under cold water.
3. Place the corn on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the kernels are tender and slightly charred.
4. While the corn is grilling, in a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Once the corn is grilled, remove it from the heat and immediately brush the mayo-lime mixture all over the corn.
6. Sprinkle the crumbled Cotija cheese generously over the corn, followed by chopped cilantro.
7. Serve hot with extra lime wedges on the side for drizzling.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 34 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, supporting digestive health.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals from corn and cilantro.

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