Elote Salad

Ingredients

• 3 ears of fresh corn, shucked and cooked
• 1 large avocado, pitted and diced
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• 2 limes, juiced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked corn, avocado, red onion, cotija cheese, and cilantro. Toss to combine.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
3. Serve the salad immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Interesting Facts

• Elote is a popular Mexican street food made with grilled corn.
• Cotija cheese is a salty Mexican cheese that is often used in Mexican dishes.
• Chili powder is a spice blend that is made up of cumin, garlic powder, oregano, and other spices.