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Jalapeño Popper Corn Salad Cups

Zesty Jalapeño Popper Corn Salad Cups

Delicious Jalapeño Popper Corn Salad Cups. A quick appetizer ready in just 15 minutes, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Corn Kernels fresh, frozen, or canned (drained)
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese spicy cheese optional
  • 2 tbsp Diced Jalapeños adjust based on spice preference
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions scallions can be used
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice fresh is best
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Serving
  • 12 pieces Mini Cups or tortilla chips

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • mini cups

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn kernels, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, chopped green onions, and lime juice. Mix well.
  2. Gently fold the mixture until all components are well incorporated, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Spoon the mixture into mini cups or onto tortilla chips, filling generously.
  4. Cover the cups and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
  5. Serve chilled, garnished with additional green onions or jalapeños as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cups can be made a day in advance and are best served cold. Enjoy the creamy, crunchy flavors with a customizable spice level.

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