Description
Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful summer side dish that combines creamy mayonnaise with sweet corn, zesty lime, and a hint of spice. Perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or cozy dinners, this easy-to-make salad will be the star of your next gathering. Its colorful ingredients not only please the palate but also make it visually appealing. Enjoy every delightful bite of this refreshing dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz short pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 2 cups fresh corn (about 2 ears)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- ½ cup mayonnaise (full-fat)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 green onions, sliced
- ½ cup crumbled Cotija or feta cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cooks, grill or boil the corn for 5-7 minutes until tender. Let cool before cutting kernels off the cob.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix cooled pasta, corn kernels, cilantro, green onions, and cheese. Pour dressing over and gently combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider mixing in diced bell peppers or jalapeños for heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; enjoy cold for best flavor.