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Street Corn Pasta Salad

Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad for Perfect Summer Gatherings

This Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad is a delightful blend of flavors perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta (rotini, bowtie, or elbow)
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream/Greek Yogurt Use according to preference
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • 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
For the Salad Base
  • 2 ears Corn Fresh grilled is best but frozen/canned works in a pinch
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Leave out if not your favorite
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Adjust to fit your taste
  • 1 whole Jalapeño Optional for extra kick
For Charring
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Optional if using grilled corn
For the Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese/Feta Cheese Feta is a good alternative

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Street Corn Pasta Salad
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Sauté fresh corn for 5-7 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
  3. In a large bowl, blend mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Once cooled, combine pasta, charred corn, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and cheese in the bowl with dressing. Mix gently.
  5. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with more lime juice or spices if desired.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
  7. Toss the salad before serving and garnish with extra cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure pasta is cooled before dressing to avoid a watery salad. Fresh corn is recommended for best taste.

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