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Street Corn Pasta Salad

Street Corn Pasta Salad: A Summer Sensation You’ll Love!

This vibrant Street Corn Pasta Salad is the perfect summer dish that combines creamy textures with crunchy corn, ideal for any outdoor gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Base
  • 8 oz pasta rotini or penne
For the Corn Mix
  • 2 cups corn fresh, frozen, or canned
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for lighter option
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or dairy-free yogurt
  • 2 Tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tsp chili powder adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika a little goes a long way
  • 1 tsp garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese or feta cheese for a substitute

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare the corn by boiling, grilling, or thawing if frozen. Drain and set aside.
  3. Make the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine cooled pasta and corn in a large bowl and gently fold together.
  5. Pour the dressing over the pasta and corn, and toss until fully coated.
  6. Add chopped cilantro and cotija cheese, and gently fold in.
  7. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the pasta is cooked al dente and chilled completely before mixing with the dressing. Customize ingredients as desired, keeping balance in mind.

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