Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a must-try dish that brings together the vibrant flavors of elote in a creamy, satisfying pasta salad. Perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or casual family dinners, this dish features charred corn, a zesty dressing, and fresh herbs that create a delightful combination everyone will love. With its quick preparation time and versatility, you can serve it alongside grilled chicken or as a stand-alone meal. This colorful salad promises to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked rotini or penne pasta
- 2 cups corn (grilled, frozen, or canned)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the corn.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until fully coated.
- Gently fold in chopped cilantro.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg