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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

Creamy Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad for Vibrant Gatherings

This Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad combines sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and zesty lime dressing, making it a delightful addition to any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Base
  • 8 ounces Rotini or Penne Pasta Substitute with gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option.
For the Corn
  • 2 cups Corn (Grilled, Frozen, or Canned) Grilled corn is preferred for enhanced flavor.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Swap for vegan mayo for a vegan-friendly option.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can be replaced with Greek yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust based on heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Can be omitted if unavailable.
For Seasoning and Garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust to taste.
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro Substitute with parsley if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled Cotija Cheese Omit for vegan version.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook and cool pasta by boiling salted water, adding pasta, cooking until al dente, draining, and rinsing under cold water.
  2. Prep corn by grilling fresh corn for about 10-15 minutes, or thawing/ draining frozen or canned corn.
  3. Make dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine cooled pasta, corn, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro in a large bowl, add cotija cheese if desired.
  5. Mix with dressing, ensuring everything is well-coated.
  6. Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Rinse cooked pasta under cold water to prevent sticking. Adjust spice levels and consider adding protein like grilled chicken or shrimp for additional heartiness.

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