Description
Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the delightful taste of street corn with the hearty texture of pasta. This colorful salad is perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or family gatherings, offering a refreshing twist on traditional pasta salads. With a creamy dressing infused with lime juice and spices, each bite bursts with flavor. It’s not just easy to make; it can be prepared ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the fridge. Serve it as a main dish or a side that pairs perfectly with grilled meats for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pasta (any shape)
- 2 cups cooked corn kernels
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup freshly chopped cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, corn kernels, diced bell pepper, red onion, and minced jalapeno.
- Pour dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients well.
- Fold in chopped cilantro and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg