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Easy Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

Easy Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

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Easy Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and creamy dish that brilliantly combines the flavors of traditional Mexican street corn with the delightful texture of rotini pasta. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a refreshing side for any meal, this salad showcases a unique blend of sweet corn, zesty lime, and fresh herbs, all enveloped in a rich dressing. In just 25 minutes, you can prepare this showstopper that will impress your guests and elevate your dining experience.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz rotini pasta
  • 2 cups corn (fresh or frozen; grilled preferred)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 green onion, sliced
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook rotini pasta in salted water according to package directions. Drain and cool.
  2. Grill fresh corn until charred; cool and cut kernels off the cob. If using frozen corn, thaw and drain well.
  3. In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Add cooked pasta, grilled corn, cotija cheese, cilantro, and green onion to the dressing. Toss gently to combine.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  6. Garnish with extra cotija cheese and cilantro before serving.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 410mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg
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