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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

A delightful twist on Mexican street corn, this pasta salad is hearty, flavorful, and easy to prepare, combining classic flavors with nutritious ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Salad Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked pasta Use your choice of pasta.
  • 1 cup sweet corn Can be fresh, frozen, or canned.
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled Can substitute with feta if cotija is unavailable.
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise Regular or low-fat.
  • 1/4 cup sour cream Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice Freshly squeezed lime juice is best.
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season to your liking.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped For garnish before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sweet corn, and cotija cheese.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to combine.
  4. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

Perfect for meal prep, can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Not recommended for freezing.