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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad: A Fiesta of Flavorful Fun

This Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad combines vibrant ingredients for a delightful vegetarian dish perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Pasta Choose your favorite shape; gluten-free optional.
  • 2 cups Sweet Corn Fresh, grilled preferred; canned or frozen as substitute.
  • 1 cup Diced Red Onion Use green onions for a milder flavor if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Cilantro Optional, can be omitted if not preferred.
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Plain yogurt can be used for a healthier option.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Substitute with lemon juice if limes are unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust according to desired heat level.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Adjust according to taste.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • grill or grill pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and let cool.
  2. Preheat grill or grill pan on medium-high heat. Grill corn cobs for 10-15 minutes until charred. Cool before slicing off kernels.
  3. In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and cumin. Whisk until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, add cooled pasta, corn, onion, and cilantro. Drizzle with dressing and toss to combine.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Stir before serving, then serve in bowls or on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is perfect for potlucks and barbecues, and can be customized with additional vegetables or spices to your liking.

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