Description
This Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad Recipe is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the spirit of summer in every bite. Combining sweet corn with a creamy dressing and zesty spices, this salad is perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or any festive gathering. Quick and easy to prepare, it can be enjoyed as a standalone meal or as a delightful side dish alongside grilled chicken or turkey. Each mouthful bursts with flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (rotini or penne)
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain using a colander and let cool.
- If using fresh corn, boil or grill until tender; if using canned or frozen corn, drain or thaw as necessary.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add the cooled pasta and corn to the dressing along with optional ingredients like cotija cheese and jalapeño. Toss until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Chilling and Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg