Easy Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
If you’re in search of a dish that delivers bold flavors and a touch of sunshine, look no further than this Easy Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad! This vibrant recipe fuses the classic taste of Mexican street corn, or elote, with pasta for a creamy and zesty delight. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, it can be prepared in advance, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve it at your next BBQ or picnic, and watch as it quickly becomes a household favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Side
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 2 cups corn (fresh or frozen; grilled preferred)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 green onion, sliced
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- If using fresh corn, grill until charred; cool and cut kernels off the cob. For frozen corn, thaw and drain.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine cooled pasta with grilled corn, cotija cheese, cilantro, and green onion in the dressing. Toss gently to coat.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg