Description
Elote Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings the bold flavors of traditional Mexican street corn right to your table. This delightful twist combines al dente pasta with roasted corn, creamy dressing, and zesty toppings like cotija cheese and fresh herbs. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or as a hearty side dish, this salad will impress your guests with its colorful presentation and delicious taste. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, it’s an excellent choice for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. Elevate your dining experience with this easy yet flavorful recipe that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dry pasta
- 4 cups whole corn kernels (or 16 oz frozen corn)
- ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese (or queso fresco/feta/parmesan)
- ½ red onion, diced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- zest and juice of 1 lime
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain and cool.
- Roast fresh corn at 425°F for 25-30 minutes or heat frozen corn in a skillet.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime zest and juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, corn kernels, cilantro, onion, jalapeno, and cotija cheese.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg