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Mexican Street Corn Brussels

Mexican Street Corn Brussels

  • Author: Elliana
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Mexican Street Corn Brussels is a vibrant and delicious side dish that combines crispy Brussels sprouts with bold flavors inspired by traditional Mexican street corn. This recipe features a delightful mix of spices, creamy dressing, and fresh lime juice, creating an irresistible flavor explosion that will elevate any meal. Perfect for gatherings, barbecues, or cozy dinners at home, these colorful Brussels sprouts are sure to impress your guests while being easy to prepare. Enjoy them as a standalone side or incorporate them into tacos for an extra layer of taste.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 (15 oz) can corn, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • Chili powder, paprika, salt, pepper
  • Cotija cheese and cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F or the oven to 400°F.
  2. Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Cook in the air fryer for approximately 10-13 minutes until crispy or bake on a sheet for about 18-20 minutes.
  3. Warm corn in a saucepan over medium heat for a few minutes.
  4. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, and seasonings until combined.
  5. Stir the dressing into the warmed corn; cook briefly to meld flavors.
  6. Toss together the crispy Brussels sprouts with the corn mixture and serve garnished with cotija cheese and cilantro.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Side dish
  • Method: Air frying/Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: For added zest, include lime zest in the dressing. Customize spice levels by adjusting chili powder according to your preference. To make this dish vegan-friendly, substitute mayonnaise with vegan mayo and sour cream with plant-based yogurt.

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Find it online: https://ilovegoodfood.com/mexican-street-corn-brussels/