Description
Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a must-try dish that combines the vibrant flavors of elote with tender pasta for a delightful side. This creamy salad features charred corn, zesty lime, and aromatic spices, all wrapped in a luscious dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or barbecues, it’s not just visually appealing but also packed with flavor that will have your guests coming back for seconds. Easy to prepare and customizable, this dish can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld for an even tastier experience. Enjoy the refreshing taste of this colorful pasta salad at your next meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/3 cup crumbled cotija cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cooked and cooled pasta with corn. Mix gently.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until fully coated.
- Fold in chopped cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese carefully to maintain texture.
- Refrigerate for about 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg