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Street Corn Pasta Salad

Delicious Street Corn Pasta Salad: A Summer Must-Try!

This Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant, customizable dish perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Base
  • 8 ounces Pasta Any pasta shape like rotini or gluten-free options
For the Corn
  • 2 cups Corn Kernels Fresh grilled corn or frozen
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can be omitted for dairy-free
For the Kick
  • 1 cup Jalapeños Adjust to your liking or omit
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro Substitute flat-leaf parsley if needed
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese Feta cheese can be a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Plain yogurt can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Zest for additional zing
For the Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • Tajin to taste Tajin Seasoning Optional
For Extra Freshness
  • 1 medium Diced Avocado Optional
  • 1 medium Diced Tomato Optional
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Green Onion Optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, add pasta, and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Sauté the Corn: Melt butter in skillet, add corn, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until caramelized.
  3. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix pasta, corn, jalapeños, cilantro, and cotija cheese.
  4. Make the Dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and seasonings in a separate bowl.
  5. Dress the Salad: Pour dressing over salad and toss until well coated. Adjust seasonings to taste.
  6. Serve or Chill: Serve immediately or refrigerate for a couple of hours. Stir in extra dressing before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh within a few hours. Adjust dressing before serving for flavor balance.

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