Description
Street Corn Pasta Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines the beloved flavors of Mexican street corn with hearty pasta. Perfect for summer gatherings, this salad features sweet corn, zesty lime, and a creamy dressing that will wow your guests. It’s versatile enough to serve as a main course or a side dish, making it an ideal choice for picnics, potlucks, or family dinners. With fresh ingredients and customizable spice levels, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 the pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, corn kernels, bell pepper, onion, and jalapeno. Pour dressing over the mixture and toss to coat.
- Add chopped cilantro and mix again.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use fresh corn for the best flavor. Adjust jalapeno for desired spice level. Consider adding crumbled feta or avocado for extra creaminess.