Description
Mexican Street Corn Avocado Toast is a bold and flavorful twist on classic avocado toast. Featuring creamy avocado, smoky charred corn, zesty lime, cotija cheese, and a touch of spice, this dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of sourdough or whole-grain bread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- 2 tablespoons crumbled cotija cheese (or feta as a substitute)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Olive oil or butter for toasting the bread
Instructions
- Prepare the Corn:
- If using fresh corn, cut the kernels off the cob.
- Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat and add the corn.
- Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly charred. Set aside.
- Make the Avocado Mash:
- In a bowl, mash the avocado with lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- Mix the Street Corn Topping:
- In a small bowl, combine the charred corn, mayonnaise, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), chili powder, smoked paprika, and hot sauce (if using). Mix well.
- Toast the Bread:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little olive oil or butter.
- Toast the bread slices for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Assemble the Toast:
- Spread the mashed avocado evenly over each slice of toasted bread.
- Spoon the street corn mixture on top.
- Sprinkle with cotija cheese and fresh cilantro.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve immediately with extra lime wedges and hot sauce on the side.
Notes
- Add protein: Top with a fried or poached egg for extra richness.
- Make it spicier: Increase the chili powder or drizzle with extra hot sauce.
- Swap the bread: Use a tortilla to make a Mexican street corn avocado taco.
- Extra crunch: Add crispy bacon or toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Light Meal
- Method: Stovetop, toasting
- Cuisine: mexican inspired
Keywords: Mexican street corn avocado toast, avocado toast with corn, elote avocado toast, easy brunch recipe, Mexican-inspired breakfast