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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad Recipe

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. Bursting with sweet, charred corn, spicy jalapeños, and a creamy chili-lime dressing, this pasta salad is not only quick to prepare—taking just 30 minutes—but also incredibly versatile. Perfect as a side for barbecues or potlucks, or enjoyed as a light main course, it promises to impress guests and family alike. With its colorful presentation and delightful blend of flavors, this salad is sure to become a favorite at any gathering.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 6 ears corn (or 4 ½ to 5 cups frozen/canned corn)
  • 8 oz dry pasta (fusilli or farfalle)
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons sour cream
  • 2 medium jalapeños
  • ½ cup red onion
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro
  • ½ cup cotija cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook corn: Grill or sauté until charred.
  2. Cook pasta: Boil in salted water until al dente; drain and cool.
  3. Combine: In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta and corn.
  4. Make dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, chili powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Assemble: Toss salad with dressing, jalapeños, red onion, and cilantro.
  • Author: Diary
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling/Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg