Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of elote to your table. Combining sweet fire-roasted corn, creamy cheese, and a zesty dressing, this salad is perfect for any occasion—be it picnics, barbecues, or family gatherings. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s not only quick to prepare but also uses pantry staples that make it an accessible meal option. The freshness of lime and cilantro elevates the flavors, creating a delightful experience in every bite. Whether served as a side or a main dish, this colorful pasta salad is sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Tossing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz rotini pasta
- 4 (10 oz) bags frozen fire-roasted corn or 3 (15 oz) cans of corn
- 1 cup crumbled Cotija or queso fresco cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- Fresh cilantro
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- A couple pinches cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoons lime zest
- Kosher salt
- Fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente; toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Allow to cool.
- In a bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with corn, cheese, and cilantro.
- Pour most of the dressing over the mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with remaining dressing and chopped cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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