Vegan Mexican Street Corn Dip

ByHannah Peterson

Vegan Mexican Street Corn Dip (Creamy, Smoky & Crowd-Pleasing)

If you love Mexican street corn (elote), this Vegan Mexican Street Corn Dip is about to become your new go-to party favorite. It’s creamy, smoky, tangy, and packed with bold flavor—everything you love about elote, transformed into a scoopable, shareable vegan dip that disappears fast.

Perfect for game day, potlucks, taco night, or anytime you need an easy vegan appetizer that feels indulgent but comes together in minutes.

💛 Why This Vegan Street Corn Dip Is a Must-Make

  • 100% vegan & dairy-free
  • Creamy without cashews or heavy prep
  • Ready in 15 minutes
  • Perfect hot or cold
  • Ideal for chips, tacos, wraps, or burrito bowls
  • Always a crowd favorite

🧺 Ingredients

For the Dip

  • 3 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned & drained)
  • ½ cup vegan mayo
  • ¼ cup unsweetened vegan sour cream or yogurt
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • 1–2 tbsp lime juice (to taste)
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Salt & pepper, to taste

For Topping

  • ¼ cup green onions or scallions, chopped
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Optional: diced jalapeño or chili flakes

How to Make Vegan Mexican Street Corn Dip

1️⃣ Char the corn

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn and cook until lightly charred and golden in spots (5–7 minutes). This step adds that signature smoky street-corn flavor.

2️⃣ Make it creamy

In a bowl, whisk together vegan mayo, vegan sour cream, lime juice, garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.

3️⃣ Combine

Fold the warm corn into the sauce until evenly coated.

4️⃣ Finish & serve

Top with green onions, cilantro, and optional spice. Serve warm or chilled with tortilla chips.

🔥 Pro Tips for the Best Vegan Corn Dip

  • Grilled corn adds next-level flavor if available
  • Add nutritional yeast for extra savory depth
  • Swap mayo for cashew cream for a whole-food option
  • Taste and adjust lime + salt right before serving

🧊 Storage & Make-Ahead

  • Refrigerator: up to 4 days
  • Flavors deepen overnight—great for prepping ahead
  • Stir before serving and add a squeeze of fresh lime

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