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Mexican Street Corn Brussels Sprouts

Flavorful Mexican Street Corn Brussels Sprouts You'll Love

A delightful twist on classic elote, these Mexican Street Corn Brussels Sprouts are crispy, vegetarian, and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sprouts
  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts Trimmed and halved
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Avocado oil is a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Regular paprika is a milder alternative
  • to taste Salt Sea salt for extra flavor
  • to taste Pepper
For the Corn
  • 1 cup Corn kernels Fresh, frozen, or canned
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Cotija cheese Feta can be a substitute
  • 1/3 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt or vegan mayo can be swapped
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Lemon can also work
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can be used
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Optional
For Serving
  • 2 Lime wedges For squeezing over the dish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • serving bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to achieve crispy Brussels sprouts.
  2. Trim the ends off the Brussels sprouts and slice them in half. Toss with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Arrange the seasoned Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway.
  4. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and corn kernels. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until heated through and slightly charred.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt.
  6. Combine the roasted Brussels sprouts with the sautéed corn in a serving bowl. Drizzle the creamy sauce over and toss gently.
  7. Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro on top. Serve warm with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 330mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the unassembled mixture for up to 2 months.

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