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If you’ve ever roamed the vibrant streets of Mexico, you’ve likely come across the iconic elote. This beloved street food features tender corn on the cob, smothered in creamy goodness and an explosion of flavors. What if I told you that all that deliciousness can be transformed into a hearty, healthy jar salad? Buckle up, because we’re about to embark on a culinary road trip!

Why You’ll Love It

This Street Corn 'Elote' Jar Salad is the ultimate meal prep solution. It’s colorful, flavorful, and packed with nutrients. Plus, you can make it ahead for lunch, dinner, or even a picnic treat!

The combination of sweet corn and tangy lime, matched with the creamy dressing makes every bite a flavor fiesta. Not to mention, this salad is customizable! Add black beans for protein or throw in some jalapeños for a spicy kick. The world (and your taste buds) is your oyster!

Final Thoughts

When it comes to health-conscious recipes, this elote-inspired jar salad is a game changer. By bringing the bold flavors of the classic street food to a portable, fresh salad, you can enjoy the delicious taste of summer all year round. With its fresh ingredients and easy prep, it’s a dish that's sure to impress without the guilt.

Fresh, fun, and fabulous—who knew you could fit a whole lot of deliciousness into a jar? Give it a try and let your taste buds take a trip to the streets of Mexico! Enjoy!

Street Corn 'Elote' Jar Salad

Yield: 6

Author: The Skinny Fork (Amanda Plott)

Prep time: 3 MinTotal time: 3 Min

This Street Corn 'Elote' Jar Salad is the ultimate meal prep solution. It’s colorful, flavorful, and packed with nutrients. Plus, you can make it ahead for lunch, dinner, or even a picnic treat!

Ingredients

6 Tbsp. Salsa
1 Diced Zucchini
12 Oz. Fire Roasted Frozen Corn, Thawed
1 Diced Bell Pepper
1 Diced Jalapeno
10 Oz. Dry Broccoli Slaw Mix
4 Oz. Baby Greens (Romaine or Kale)
2 Oz. Queso Fresco
1 Lime, Cut into Wedges

Instructions

Layer in order dividing evenly between meal prep sealable containers. 6 Tbsp. Salsa, 1 Diced Zucchini, 12 Oz. Cooked Fire Roasted Frozen Corn, 1 Diced Bell Pepper, 1 Diced Jalapeno, 10 Oz. Dry Broccoli Slaw Mix, 4 Oz. Baby Greens, 2 Oz. Queso Fresco, and 1 Lime, Cut into Wedges.
Cover and set in the fridge to enjoy for 3-5 days.
When ready to enjoy, remove from the fridge and give it a good shake!

Recommended Products

Birds Eye Fire Roasted Corn, Frozen Vegetables

Mateo's Gourmet Salsa

Cacique Queso Fresco

Nutrition Facts

Calories

120

Fat (grams)

3 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

1 g

Carbs (grams)

21 g

Fiber (grams)

3 g

Net carbs

18 g

Sugar (grams)

3 g

Protein (grams)

6 g

Sodium (milligrams)

213 mg

Cholesterol (grams)

7 mg

Nutritional Claims: Vegetarian • Pescatarian • Gluten Free • Wheat Free • Egg Free • Peanut Free • Tree Nut Free • Soy Free • Fish Free • Shellfish Free • Pork Free • Red Meat Free • Crustacean Free • Celery Free • Mustard Free • Sesame Free • Lupine Free • Mollusk Free • Alcohol Free • No Oil Added • No Sugar Added • Sulphite Free • Kosher