Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini
Grilled Zucchini is a summer favorite, and with this Mexican Street Corn style seasoning, it’s even better! After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly crispy zucchini every time. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy One-Pan Honey Garlic Kielbasa and Veggies Dinner Recipe and Refreshing Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Feta and Mint.
Why This Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside
- Flavorful Mexican Street Corn seasoning
- Easy to make and perfect for summer cookouts
What You'll Need for Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Zucchini
- Mayonnaise
- Sour cream
- Lime juice
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cotija or feta cheese
- Fresh cilantro
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Pepper
- Lime juice
- Mayonnaise
- Sour cream
- Optional: Cotija or feta cheese
- Optional: Fresh cilantro
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Zucchini: Use medium-sized zucchini for the best texture.
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How to Make Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini
- Prepare Zucchini: Slice zucchini into 1/2-inch rounds. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Grill Zucchini: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill zucchini for 3-4 minutes per side until crispy and tender.
- Prepare Sauce: Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Serve: Spread sauce onto grilled zucchini, top with crumbled cheese and cilantro. Serve immediately.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the zucchini or it will become mushy. Keep an eye on it and remove it from the grill as soon as it's tender.
- Substitution: You can substitute cotija cheese with feta cheese if you can't find cotija.
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the sauce and slice the zucchini ahead of time. Store them separately in the fridge until ready to grill.
Storing & Reheating Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the sauce and slice the zucchini ahead of time.
Freezing Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, try grilling the zucchini with the skin on and then slicing off the skin after cooking.
- Best substitution: You can substitute cotija cheese with feta cheese if you can't find cotija.
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the sauce and slice the zucchini ahead of time. Store them separately in the fridge until ready to grill.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your zucchini is becoming mushy, remove it from the grill immediately. Overcooking can make it soggy.
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Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Zucchini
- Mayonnaise
- Sour cream
- Lime juice
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cotija or feta cheese
- Fresh cilantro
Seasonings
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Pepper
- Lime juice
- Mayonnaise
- Sour cream
Optional Toppings
- Cotija or feta cheese
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare Zucchini: Slice zucchini into 1/2-inch rounds. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Grill Zucchini: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill zucchini for 3-4 minutes per side until crispy and tender.
- Prepare Sauce: Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Serve: Spread sauce onto grilled zucchini, top with crumbled cheese and cilantro. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, try grilling the zucchini with the skin on and then slicing off the skin after cooking.
- Best substitution: You can substitute cotija cheese with feta cheese if you can't find cotija.
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the sauce and slice the zucchini ahead of time. Store them separately in the fridge until ready to grill.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your zucchini is becoming mushy, remove it from the grill immediately. Overcooking can make it soggy.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the sauce and slice the zucchini ahead of time.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Cholesterol: 10mg
- Sat. Fat: 1.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the sauce and slice the zucchini ahead of time. Store them separately in the fridge until ready to grill.
Overcooking can make zucchini mushy. Keep an eye on it and remove it from the grill as soon as it's tender.
No, frozen zucchini will release too much water and become mushy when grilled. It's best to use fresh zucchini.
Yes, you can cook the zucchini in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Feta cheese is a good substitute for cotija cheese.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
