Tasty Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
This Tasty Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad combines tender pasta, sweet corn, creamy dressing, and bold Mexican-inspired flavors. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Pasta Salad
12 ounces rotini pasta (or bowtie pasta)
4 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or grilled)
1 red bell pepper, diced
¼ cup red onion, finely diced
½ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
⅓ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (optional)
For the Dressing
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
Extra cotija cheese
Chopped cilantro
Lime wedges
Chili powder or Tajín seasoning
Instructions
Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente.
Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
If using fresh corn, grill or roast it until lightly charred, then allow it to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pasta, corn, bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, cotija cheese, and cilantro.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until evenly coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
Before serving, garnish with additional cotija cheese, cilantro, chili powder, and lime wedges.
Notes
Grilled corn provides the most authentic street corn flavor.
Substitute feta cheese if cotija is unavailable.
Add diced avocado just before serving for extra creaminess.
For a lighter version, replace sour cream with Greek yogurt.
This salad can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance.
Find it online: https://elladishes.com/tasty-mexican-street-corn-pasta-salad/
