Elote Salad

Ingredients

• 4 ears of corn
• Olive oil, for brushing
• 1.5 tablespoons mayo
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Zest and juice of 1 lime
• 1/3 cup of chopped scallions
• 1/4 cup crumbled Cotija
• 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika or chili powder
• 1 jalapeno pepper, diced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

1. Preheat Grill. Brush corn with olive oil and grill until char marks form, about 2 minutes. Remove from grill and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine the mayo, garlic, lime zest, and juice. Slice the kernels off the corn and add to the bowl with the scallions. Stir to coat, then add the cheese, cilantro, paprika, jalapeno, and salt. Season to taste. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.