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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

Savor the Flavor: Homemade Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

This Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and customizable dish, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta (rotini or shells)
For the Salad
  • 2 cups Sweet Corn thawed if frozen
  • 1 cup Cotija Cheese or feta as substitute
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion chopped
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Lime Zest
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • medium bowl
  • Spatula
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare the Dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl until smooth.
  3. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, thawed corn, diced red bell pepper, chopped red onion, and cilantro. Fold in crumbled cotija cheese.
  4. Mix and Coat: Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  5. Chill for Maximum Flavor: Cover and refrigerate for at least 15-30 minutes before serving.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Stir salad before serving and garnish with additional cotija cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill the salad for at least 30 minutes. This makes the flavors meld beautifully.

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