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healthy elote corn dip
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Healthy Elote Dip

This corn dip is a great way to introduce your kiddo to some new herbs or spices. And get some hidden protein in at the same time!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time12 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: herbs, protein
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 141kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 can corn drained, 15oz
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 lime , juiced
  • 1/3 cup cotija cheese grated
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • optional: 1 bunch cilantro chopped

Instructions

  • Place the olive oil and drained corn on a skillet. Cook medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes, or until the corn starts to brown. Once brown, remove from heat and let the corn cool.
  • In a food processor or blender, blend the cottage cheese and lime juice until smooth and creamy.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cooled corn, smooth cottage cheese mixture, cotija cheese, garlic powder, chili powder, and chopped cilantro.