Mexican Corn on the Cob (Elote)

Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
3%
Mexican Corn on the Cob (Elote)
45 min.
1
324kcal

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Craving a vibrant, flavorful side dish that's guaranteed to impress? Look no further than authentic Mexican Elote, or Mexican Street Corn! This isn't just corn on the cob; it's a fiesta in your mouth, a delightful explosion of creamy, cheesy, and spicy goodness that will transport you straight to a sunny Mexican street corner.

Our easy, gluten-free recipe for one is perfect for a quick and satisfying snack or side. In just 45 minutes, you can transform a humble ear of corn into a taste sensation baked to perfection. We'll show you how to infuse the sweet corn with the rich tang of mayonnaise, the salty crumble of cotija cheese (or your favorite substitute!), a generous sprinkle of cayenne pepper for a fiery kick, and a squeeze of fresh lime to brighten everything up.

This Elote is more than just a delicious treat; it's a celebration of flavors and textures, all balanced in perfect harmony. With a satisfying caloric count of 324 kcal, it's a guilt-free indulgence you can enjoy anytime. Get ready to experience the magic of Mexican Street Corn – one bite and you'll be hooked!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon butter 
  • serving cayenne pepper to taste
  •  cob corn 
  • tablespoons cotija cheese crumbled (, or feta or parmigiano reggiano)
  •  lime wedges 
  • tablespoon mayonnaise 

Equipment

  • oven

Directions

  1. Bake the corn in a preheated 350F oven for 25 minutes.
  2. Let the corn cool until you can handle it and peel the husk back.
  3. Spread butter on the corn followed by the mayonnaise.
  4. Sprinkle on the cheese and season with cayenne pepper to taste.
  5. Serve with a lime wedge.

Nutrition Facts

Calories324kcal
Protein8.31%
Fat68.11%
Carbs23.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
191
Glycemic Load
0.76
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
9.7343478824781%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
7.74mg
Naringenin
0.61mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:323.94kcal
16.2%
Fat:26.01g
40.01%
Saturated Fat:10.84g
67.73%
Carbohydrates:20.26g
6.75%
Net Carbohydrates:17.41g
6.33%
Sugar:6.31g
7.01%
Cholesterol:42.78mg
14.26%
Sodium:353.58mg
15.37%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.14g
14.28%
Vitamin A:1446.56IU
28.93%
Vitamin K:25.95µg
24.72%
Phosphorus:164.9mg
16.49%
Vitamin C:12.89mg
15.62%
Calcium:133.58mg
13.36%
Fiber:2.85g
11.39%
Folate:43.18µg
10.8%
Magnesium:42.24mg
10.56%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.5%
Vitamin E:1.51mg
10.03%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.56%
Vitamin B3:1.84mg
9.18%
Potassium:317mg
9.06%
Vitamin B5:0.77mg
7.69%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.55%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.59%
Zinc:0.79mg
5.28%
Selenium:3.5µg
5%
Iron:0.85mg
4.7%
Copper:0.07mg
3.68%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.68%