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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

This Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and easy-to-make dish that combines sweet corn, tangy dressing, and creamy cotija cheese, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: SALADS
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz short pasta any shape you love works; just make sure it cooks al dente for the best texture.
For the Corn
  • 3 cups corn kernels fresh or frozen; charring brings out a delightful sweetness.
For the Dressing
  • 0.75 cup mayonnaise adds creaminess; can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 0.5 cup sour cream gives tang; Greek yogurt works here too.
  • 2 tablespoon lime juice fresh is best to brighten up the flavors.
  • 1 clove garlic minced; make sure it's fresh for that punch of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder adds a nice kick; adjust based on spice preference.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup cotija cheese crumbled; its salty, crumbly texture perfectly complements the salad.
  • 0.25 cup cilantro chopped; adds freshness and color.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

How to Make Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
  1. Cook the short pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for about 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and cool.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn kernels and char them until lightly browned for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, minced garlic, and chili powder. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, add cooled pasta and charred corn. Pour the dressing over and gently toss until evenly coated.
  5. Fold in crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro. Chill your salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Garnish with extra cilantro or a sprinkle of chili powder for added flair!

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