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Street Corn Pasta Salad

Street Corn Pasta Salad

This vibrant Street Corn Pasta Salad combines sweet grilled corn, zesty lime, and creamy cotija cheese for a refreshing summer dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz rotini pasta
  • 2 ears fresh corn on the cob
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 lime juice of
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Cook the rotini in salted boiling water for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Grill the corn on medium-high heat for about 10 minutes until charred. Once cool, slice off the kernels.
  3. In a large bowl, combine corn, red onion, and cilantro.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Add the cooled pasta to the corn mixture, pour dressing over top, and toss gently.
  6. Sprinkle cotija cheese on top and serve immediately or chill for an hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 7gFat: 16g

Notes

For added crunch and creaminess, consider adding diced bell peppers and avocado. You can also swap out mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a healthier twist.

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