Healthy Stampede Street Corn Cups

If you're looking for the ultimate Calgary Stampede Midway treat without the deep-fried calories or the messy cob, these Healthy Stampede Street Corn Cups are your new best friend. I've taken all the zesty, charred flavors of traditional Mexican Elote and turned them into a portable, party-ready snack that is 100% "The Lazy Way" approved.

By using frozen corn and a lightened-up crema sauce, you get a high-protein, low-point snack that tastes like a gourmet fairground splurge. Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or packing a snack for the Stampede Parade, these little jars are an amazing way to celebrate the spirit of the "Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth" while staying on track with your healthy goals. They were inspired by my Healthy Mexican Street Corn (Elote)!

🥘Mexican Corn in a Cup Ingredient Notes

• Frozen Corn: My favorite "The Lazy Way" shortcut! It's economical and available year-round. Just make sure to pat it bone-dry before charring to get those delicious brown edges.
• Light Sour Cream & Mayo: This combination creates a rich, velvety crema for a fraction of the points of traditional recipes.
• Lime Zest & Juice: The zest provides the aromatic oils that make the corn smell amazing, while the juice adds the necessary "zing."
• Feta Cheese: A great salty substitute for traditional Cotija cheese. It crumbles perfectly and is easier to find in grocery stores!
• Tri-Color Tortilla Strips: These add the essential "Midway crunch" and look festive for Canada Day and Stampede!

*Please see recipe card for full list of ingredients and quantities

Expert Recipe Tips

• The "Lazy" Char: When browning the corn, let it sit undisturbed in the hot skillet for 2-3 minutes. If you stir too often, the corn will steam instead of charring. You want those dark brown "Elote" edges for the best flavor!
• The Bandana Hack: For a professional "Western" look, tie a small strip of a red or blue paisley bandana around the neck of each mason jar. It's a 10-second styling trick that makes these look like they came from a high-end catering company.
• Crunch Control: To keep the tortilla strips from getting soggy, don't add them until the very last second before serving.
• Layering for Visuals: If you want the jars to look extra pretty, layer the feta and cilantro on top of the corn rather than mixing it all in. It creates beautiful color bands in the glass.

🥗 What to Serve with Mexican Corn in a Cup with Parmesan

This is the ideal side dish for Slow Cooker Pulled Pork on a Bun (shown), Carnitas (the Mexican version of pulled pork) or Beef on a Bun!

And if you're looking for the perfect dessert and a total Stampede experience, try my Air Fryer Beaver Tails. They are lighter and healthier than the deep-fried version!

🌡️Storage

• Fridge: Store the corn and sauce mixture in the jars (without the tortilla strips) for up to 3 days.
• Reheating: These are delicious cold, but if you prefer them warm, just pop the jar in the microwave for 30 seconds (remove the metal lid first!).
• Freezing: I do not recommend freezing this dish, as the creamy sauce can change texture when thawed.

👪 Serving Size

This Mexican Street corn recipe with frozen corn makes 6 servings. However, you can half, double, or triple the recipe by clicking on the serving number and selecting the number of servings you'd like. The ingredient quantities will automatically adjust.

🔢WW Points

This recipe is Weight Watchers friendly @ 2 WW points per jar.

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