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Street Corn Pasta Salad

Zesty Street Corn Pasta Salad: A Creamy Summer Hit

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Try this refreshing Street Corn Pasta Salad, a creamy and delightful dish perfect for summer gatherings!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Base
  • 8 ounces Pasta Use your favorite type; gluten-free is an option.
  • 2 cups Corn Grilled or boiled, fresh or frozen.
Creamy Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Use vegan mayonnaise for a plant-based version.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Use dairy-free sour cream for vegan-friendly options.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used instead.
  • To taste Salt & Pepper Essential for balancing flavors.
Freshness & Texture
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro Omit if not preferred, consider parsley.
  • 1 cup Cotija Cheese Can use crumbled feta or dairy-free cheese.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Cook pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Grill fresh corn on medium heat for 10-12 minutes until charred, or boil frozen corn for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  3. In a bowl, whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, corn, and dressing. Toss to coat.
  5. Fold in cilantro and cotija cheese gently to maintain pasta integrity.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld, then serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be made a day in advance and tastes even better after chilling.

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