Description
Brighten up your next gathering with this delightful Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad! Combining sweet corn, creamy dressing, and zesty spices, this dish captures the essence of summer in every bite. Perfect for a backyard barbecue or a cozy family dinner, this pasta salad can be prepared in just 20 minutes, making it an effortless addition to your meal prep. The vibrant flavors meld beautifully after chilling, ensuring that each serving is bursting with taste. Enjoy the versatility of this recipe by customizing it with your favorite ingredients or dietary preferences. This vegetarian delight will quickly become a crowd favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (such as 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
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Prepare the corn: Boil or grill fresh corn until tender, or drain canned/frozen corn as needed.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Add cooled pasta, corn kernels, cilantro, red onion, and jalapeño (if using) to the dressing. Toss gently until well combined.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg