Enjoy this easy vegan version of Mexican street corn salad made with corn, vegan mayo, and spices.

These Vegan Esquites (Mexican Street Corn Salad) have become a popular side dish/snack here in our household. The first thing that I started obsessing over during my second pregnancy (and am still obsessing over) is VEGAN MAYO. You've heard of elotes, right? Well, there's something called esquites which is the Mexican street corn salad (off the cob version) that's super simple to eat and works so great as a side dish to whatever you're making. It's the best corn dip ever! Since I don't eat eggs (lacto-vegetarian), this is the perfect alternative to the actual dish.

I use Follow Your Heart Vegenaise and eat it as a dip, spread, or whatever else you can think of. Baked Lays and vegan mayo were my ONLY go-to snack after I overcame my morning sickness. Then I started eating roasted corn and vegan mayo. So this street corn dip recipe has definitely re-entered my life during this pregnancy.

Ingredients for Street Corn Salad

Frozen corn. It's easier than using fresh, I always have it on hand in my freezer, and it's quick!
Vegan mayo
Onion and garlic
Spices, cilantro, and lime for lots of flavor!

How to Make Street Corn Salad

First, thaw your corn and roast it until it's charred to your liking. Toss all the ingredients in a bowl and eat it right away (like I do) or refrigerate it and eat it chilled as the best corn dip ever or alone as Vegan esquites!

I hope you guys enjoy these Vegan Esquites (or street corn dip) as much as I do. Let me know if you tried it in the comments below!

Also, I hope everyone is staying home and protecting yourself and others! This virtual world has really been an outlet for many of us and cooking new foods with the extra time has really been a sort of therapy right? It has for me. Sending some positive vibes your way today.

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Vegan Esquites (Mexican Street Corn Salad)

Enjoy this easy vegan version of Mexican street corn salad made with corn, vegan mayo, and spices.

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

Servings: Servings

Author: Shweta

Ingredients

2 cups corn;, thawed if using frozen
2 cloves garlic;, minced
½ red onion;, chopped
3 tablespoons vegan mayo
½ teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon cumin powder
¼ cup cilantro;
1 juice of lime

Instructions

Heat a non-stick pan and cook thawed corn for about 5-10 minutes until slightly charred.
In a small bowl, mix corn, garlic, red onion, vegan mayo, paprika, and cumin together. Top with cilantro and juice of lime. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate and serve cold.