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Juicy Street Corn Pasta Salad

A refreshing pasta salad with sweet corn, colorful veggies, and tangy feta cheese, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Salad Ingredients
  • 8 oz pasta (such as fusilli or penne)
  • 2 cups fresh corn (or canned/drained corn) Fresh corn preferred for best flavor
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped Can substitute with parsley if desired
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled Optional for a dairy-free version
  • 1/4 cup olive oil Extra virgin recommended for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice Freshly squeezed preferred
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, corn, bell pepper, onion, tomatoes, cilantro, and feta cheese.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Best served chilled. Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. It can be made a day in advance for convenience.