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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad: A Zesty Summer Favorite

Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad, a zesty blend perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound short pasta (fusilli or rotini)
For the Salad
  • 4 ears roasted corn Fresh or frozen corn can be used
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used as an alternative
  • 1/2 cup sour cream May substitute with more Greek yogurt or a dairy-free option
  • 1 cup cotija cheese Feta can serve as a substitute
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese Reduced-fat cheese is an option
  • 2 units jalapeños Adjust according to your heat preference
  • 1 unit lime juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1-2 teaspoons Tajín Chili powder with lime zest can be used as a substitute

Equipment

  • Pot
  • grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Roast corn on a grill or under a broiler until charred, about 8-10 minutes. Let cool before cutting kernels off the cob.
  3. Prepare dressing by mixing mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and Tajín seasoning in a bowl until smooth.
  4. Combine cooled pasta, roasted corn, jalapeños, Cotija, and cheddar cheese in a large bowl, folding gently to mix.
  5. Drizzle dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until evenly coated.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is great for make-ahead meals, and the flavors meld beautifully when chilled for a few hours or overnight.

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