Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a must-try dish that captures the vibrant essence of elote, combining tender pasta with sweet corn and a zesty, creamy dressing. Perfect for warm weather gatherings, this salad not only pleases the palate but also adds a pop of color to your table. With its medley of flavors and textures, it’s an ideal side for barbecues, picnics, or potlucks. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, you’ll love how effortlessly this dish comes together. Treat your family and friends to a delightful experience as they savor each bite of this flavorful pasta salad!
- 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
- 2 cups corn (grilled, frozen, or canned)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/3 cup crumbled cotija cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta with 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 fully coated.
- Gently fold in chopped cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg