Description
Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a must-try dish that brings the vibrant flavors of elote right to your table. This delightful salad combines tender pasta, sweet corn, and a creamy, zesty dressing that will invigorate your taste buds. Perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or casual gatherings, it’s not only delicious but also incredibly versatile. Serve it as a refreshing side or a light meal on its own. With its colorful presentation and satisfying flavor profile, this pasta salad is bound to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked rotini or penne pasta
- 2 cups corn (grilled, frozen, or canned)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/3 cup crumbled cotija cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta and corn.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture; toss until well coated.
- Gently fold in chopped cilantro and cotija cheese.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For an authentic flavor, grill fresh corn if available. Customize the salad by adding diced jalapeños for heat or rotisserie chicken for added protein. Letting the salad chill allows the flavors to meld beautifully.