Elote in a Cup (Frozen or Canned Corn)

elote recipe with canned corn in a clear plastic cup.

4.34 from 18 votes

Elote in a Cup (Frozen or Canned Corn)

This Elote with frozen or canned corn is like Mexican street corn served in a handy-dandy cup! This fresh sweet corn salad is full of fresh flavor and topped with crunchy Fritos, cheese, and seasonings for the ultimate appetizer or snack.

Prep Time10

Cook Time0

Total Time10

Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 377kcal

Author: Cara Lanz

Ingredients

3 cups corn, frozen (thawed), or 2 cans of corn (well-drained)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sour cream
4 tablespoons cotija cheese, or feta -- divided, save some for garnish
1 teaspoon chili powder, plus more for garnish
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 lime, divided ½ juiced, ½ cut into wedges
3 green onions, sliced -- divided, save some for garnish
3 tablespoons chopped parsley -- divided, save some for garnish or cilantro
1-2 cups Frito chips amount varies if using in layers or only as a topping

Instructions

Stir mayonnaise, sour cream, 3 tablespoons of cotija, chili powder, garlic powder, juice from ½ of a lime, 2 sliced green onions, and 2 tablespoons parsley (or cilantro) together in a small bowl. Add corn and stir to combine.
Spoon the corn mixture into 4 individual cups. Optional, add a layer of Fritos in the middle, like a parfait, if serving right away. Otherwise, add Fritos on top right before serving.
Top the cups with the remaining cheese, parsley, green onion, a sprinkle of chili powder, and fresh lime wedges.

Notes

Make Ahead: Assemble the corn salad and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Right before serving, spoon the corn mixture into cups and add the Fritos and the rest of the toppings.

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