Elote en Vaso

Elote en Vaso is a delicious and creamy Mexican street corn dish served in a cup, now reimagined as a keto-friendly appetizer. This dish brings the flavors of traditional elote while keeping the carb count low, making it a perfect indulgence for those following a ketogenic diet.

Elote en Vaso
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
250 kcal

Ingredients

  • Cauliflower - 200 grams, riced
  • Butter - 1 tablespoon
  • Mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons
  • Cotija cheese - 30 grams, crumbled
  • Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Cilantro - 1 tablespoon, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

  1. Steam the riced cauliflower for about 5-7 minutes until tender, then drain any excess moisture.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the steamed cauliflower, butter, mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
  3. Divide the cauliflower mixture into two cups or bowls.
  4. Sprinkle the crumbled Cotija cheese generously on top of each serving.
  5. Garnish with chopped cilantro and an additional sprinkle of chili powder if desired.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious keto-friendly Elote en Vaso!

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Carbs: 9 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Low in carbs, suitable for ketogenic diets.
  • Rich in fiber from cauliflower, promoting digestive health.

Tags

MexicanKetoAppetizer