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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad: A Perfect Summer Delight

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad features vibrant flavors, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Best Recipe Ideas
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni or Penne Cook al dente.
For the Corn Mixture
  • 2 cups Sweet Corn Kernels Fresh or frozen, thawed and dried.
  • 1 Jalapeño Pepper Seeded and minced, optional.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Or olive oil for a lighter option.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with vegan mayonnaise if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Juice from Lime Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Essential for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Essential for flavor.
  • to taste Salt Add to taste.
  • to taste Black Pepper Add to taste.
For the Final Touch
  • 1 cup Chopped Cilantro Leaves Or parsley as an alternative.
  • 1 cup Crumbled Cotija Cheese Can be replaced with feta or omitted for vegan.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside in a mixing bowl to cool.
  2. Sauté the Corn: In a skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add corn kernels and sauté for 8-10 minutes until charred. Stir in chili powder and smoked paprika. Let cool.
  3. Mix the Ingredients: In the bowl with cooled pasta, combine sautéed corn, mayonnaise, lime juice, and cotija cheese. If desired, add minced jalapeño and cilantro, stirring until mixed.
  4. Season and Chill: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Stir before serving, check seasoning, and garnish with additional cotija cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 340kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the salad to chill for at least 30 minutes for the best flavor. Adjust spices and ingredients based on personal preference.

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