Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a must-try dish that brings the vibrant flavors of elote to your table in a delightful and creamy pasta salad. This dish features charred corn, a zesty dressing made with mayonnaise and lime juice, and an array of spices that create a flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or family gatherings, this salad is not only easy to make but also visually stunning with its colorful ingredients. Whip it up in just 25 minutes, and enjoy a refreshing side that will impress both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked rotini or penne pasta
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 cups corn (grilled, frozen, or canned)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/3 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- chili powder
- smoked paprika
- garlic powder
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta and corn.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until thoroughly coated.
- Gently fold in chopped cilantro and cotija cheese.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg