Creamy Mexican Inspired Street Corn Salad

Creamy Mexican Inspired Street Corn Salad
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Ingredients
2 Tbsp Olive Oil
4-5 Garlic Cloves pressed
3 1/2 Cup Corn Fresh, canned or frozen
1 Cup Black Beans drained and rinsed
1 Large Red Bell Pepper diced
1 Medium Sweet Onion finely diced
2-3 Jalapeños diced, seeds, and veins removed for a mild taste
1/4 Cup Pickled Jalapeño
5 oz Cream Cheese can use light or fat-free
1 Tsp Smoked Paprika
1 Cup Grated Cheddar Cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 Tbsp Fresh Chopped Cilantro to garnish
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Instructions
Add olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook just until fragrant, then stir in corn, black beans, bell pepper, fresh and pickled jalapeños.
Season with paprika, salt, and pepper to taste, and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
Add cream cheese and stir until fully incorporated, then stir in Cheddar cheese. Continue to stir until all cheese is melted.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve while hot. Enjoy!

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