Ingredients

  • 6 zucchinis(or summer squash), washed and sliced lengthwise)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup cotija cheese (or crumbled feta cheese)
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 lime

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Serving Size

¾ cup

Carbohydrates

13
g

Protein

12
g

Fat

22
g

Calories

290

Low-carb 'Elote' brings a twist to the classic Mexican street corn by using zucchini, making it a great side dish for your weeknight dinner. With just 13 grams of carbs per serving, this dish combines the creaminess of mayonnaise, the tang of lime, and the salty richness of cotija cheese. Perfect for meal prep, you'll find that this recipe not only supports low-carb eating but also makes a vibrant addition to any meal.

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Roast zucchini and summer squash (or your favorite non-starchy vegetable) for 12-15 minutes, until hot, but not soggy.
  3. Meanwhile, combine the mayonnaise and garlic powder in a shallow dish.
  4. Chop the fresh cilantro. Cut lime into 6 wedges.
  5. When vegetables are done baking, remove from oven. Using tongs, roll the vegetables in the mayonnaise mixture.
  6. Sprinkle vegetables with cotija cheese, chili powder and fresh cilantro.
  7. Squeeze with fresh lime juice and enjoy!