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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad: A Must-Try Summer Delight

This Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a creamy, flavorful dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta This shape holds the dressing well.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin for best flavor.
  • 2 cups Corn Fire-roasted frozen corn adds smokiness.
  • 1 cup Cotija Cheese Adds creaminess; feta makes a great substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Brings freshness; optional.
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Opt for Daisy brand for best richness.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Hellmann's is recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Infuses the salad with robust flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Infuses the salad with robust flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Infuses the salad with robust flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Infuses the salad with robust flavors.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Adjust for your preferred heat level.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for vibrant acidity.
  • 1 teaspoon Lime Zest Brightens up the whole salad.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • colander
  • Spatula
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and cool on a baking sheet.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, and olive oil until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  3. Add chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, cayenne, lime juice, and lime zest to the dressing. Whisk until well combined.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooled rotini pasta, fire-roasted corn, crumbled cotija cheese, and cilantro. Toss gently to mix.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Cover the salad with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Chill for at least an hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 9gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best made a day in advance for flavor to meld. Stir in a splash of milk or extra mayo if it appears dry after refrigeration.

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