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Easy Summer Corn and Roasted Jalapeño Dip

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A quick and easy summer dip combining smoky roasted jalapeños with sweet fresh corn and a creamy base, perfect for parties and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn, husked and kernels removed
  • 2 medium jalapeños, roasted until blistered
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika or ground cumin

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven broiler or grill to high. Place whole jalapeños on a tray or grill rack and roast, turning occasionally, until skin is blistered and blackened in spots (about 10-12 minutes). Remove and place in a bowl covered with plastic wrap for 5 minutes to steam.
  2. Peel off the charred skin from jalapeños using fingers or a paper towel. Slice open and remove seeds if less heat is desired. Chop roughly.
  3. Cut corn kernels from each ear by holding vertically and slicing downward with a sharp knife. Reserve a few kernels whole for texture.
  4. In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and creamy. Add lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  5. Optional: Transfer half the corn and some jalapeños to a food processor and pulse until just blended but still textured. Fold this mixture back into the creamy base along with remaining whole corn kernels and chopped jalapeños.
  6. Fold in sliced green onions and optional smoked paprika or cumin. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Refrigerate dip for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature with tortilla chips, sliced veggies, or toasted baguette slices.

Notes

Roasting jalapeños is key to mellow the heat and add smoky flavor. Steaming after roasting loosens the skin for easy peeling. Blend half the dip for texture contrast. Adjust seasoning gradually and chill for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese, sour cream, and mayo with plant-based alternatives. To reduce heat, remove jalapeño seeds before roasting.

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