Mexican Corn Dip With Avocado

For more tasty Mexican chip dips, try our corn salsa and corn guacamole! The great thing about this dip is how quickly it comes together. You don’t need to wait until corn on the cob is in season either, because this recipe works great with frozen corn. Simply sauté the sweet corn until it starts to char, then mix in all the other ingredients. Serve it warm with some chips (or anything you can scoop with) and dig in! This Mexican corn dip is always on the menu for our Cinco de Mayo celebrations. It’s also the perfect summertime snack while sitting on a patio, and tastes especially delicious with a margarita in hand! Here’s what you need to make this Mexican corn dip recipe:

Avocado oil – for sautéing the corn. You can also use olive oil or coconut oil instead. Frozen corn – we use frozen corn kernels, but if corn is in season you can slice the kernels off the cob and use it fresh. Jalapeño pepper – jalapeńo peppers vary from mild to quite spicy so we generally taste a small piece first to make sure we’re adding the right amount. Avocado – chunks of ripe avocado add amazing texture to this dip. Red onion + cilantro – minced red onion is mild and a bit sweet, and fresh cilantro is bright and citrusy. They both add beautiful color and texture to the dip. Greek-style yogurt – this is a healthy swap for sour cream or mayonnaise and makes this dip creamy while bringing it all together. Cotija or feta cheese – authentic Mexican cotija cheese is salty and crumbly, much like feta cheese. If you can’t find Mexican cheese, feta cheese is a great substitute. Lime juice – for a bright pop of citrus flavor. Garlic + chili powder + sea salt – give lots of flavor.

This Mexican street corn dip is delicious on its own as an appetizer or snack with a bowl of crispy tortilla chips, corn chips, or anything else you can scoop with. It naturally pairs with all your favorite Mexican foods and of course a refreshing margarita! You can even use it in as a filling or topping for tacos, burritos, or nachos.

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