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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad


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  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves about 10 people 1x

Description

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that merges the beloved taste of elote with the comfort of pasta. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or a quick weeknight dinner. The creamy dressing, infused with zesty lime and spices, brings freshness and excitement to a classic pasta salad. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this delightful salad that serves up to 10 people, making it an ideal choice for gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 16 oz rotini pasta
  • 4 (10 oz) bags frozen fire-roasted corn or 3 (15 oz) cans of corn
  • 1 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
  • 1/3 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • A couple pinches cayenne pepper
  • Kosher salt
  • Fresh cracked pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool.
  2. In a bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, corn, Cotija cheese, and cilantro.
  4. Pour dressing over the mixture and toss until combined.
  5. Chill before serving for best flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg