Description
Hey there, fellow home cooks! If you’re ever pressed for time but still crave something delicious, let me introduce you to Mexican Street Corn Avocado Toast. This dish marries creamy avocado with the sweet, charred goodness of street corn, creating a delightful harmony of flavors! Perfect for a busy morning or a fancy brunch, it’s an easy way to impress your loved ones without spending hours in the kitchen. Trust me, you won’t just be feeding their bellies—you’ll be nourishing their hearts with this vibrant, colorful dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 slices of bread (sourdough, whole grain, or your favorite toast base)
- ½ cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon butter (for charring corn)
- 2 tablespoons cotija cheese (or feta as a substitute)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon Mexican crema or mayo (optional for extra richness)
- Hot sauce (optional for spice lovers)
Instructions
- Prepare the Corn: If using fresh corn, char it in a skillet with butter over medium heat until golden brown. If using canned or frozen corn, drain and sauté it in a pan with butter for 3-5 minutes until caramelized.
- Mash the Avocado: Scoop the avocado into a bowl. Add lime juice, salt, and a pinch of chili powder for flavor. Mash to your desired consistency using a fork.
- Assemble the Toast: Toast the bread until golden and crispy. Spread a generous layer of mashed avocado on each slice. Top with charred corn and crumbled cotija cheese.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and an extra squeeze of lime. Drizzle with Mexican crema or hot sauce for an extra kick. Enjoy immediately!
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more chili powder or your favorite hot sauce.
- Feel free to use any bread of your choice for the toast base.
- Avocado can be mashed to preference, either smooth or chunky.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg