The Best Authentic Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites) Recipe That's Ready in Just 20 Minutes The Best Authentic Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites) Recipe That's Ready in Just 20 Minutes Few dishes capture the flavor of summer quite like Authentic Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites) . Every bite is packed with smoky charred corn, creamy dressing, tangy lime juice, salty Cotija cheese, and fresh cilantro. It's one of those recipes that looks impressive, tastes restaurant-worthy, and yet comes together in only 20 minutes. If you've ever enjoyed elote from a street vendor, you'll instantly recognize the same irresistible flavors here. The biggest difference is that instead of serving the corn on the cob, the kernels are cut off and tossed into a creamy, flavorful salad that's much easier to eat, transport, and share. I first made this recipe after returning from a neighborhood summer food festival where freshly grilled Mexican street corn w...