Description
Street corn pasta salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines sweet corn, tender elbow pasta, and zesty spices to create an unforgettable culinary experience. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or BBQs, impressing guests with its colorful presentation and delicious taste. Each bite bursts with creamy goodness and tangy flavor, making it a delightful addition to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow pasta
- 2 ears fresh corn (or 3 cups frozen corn)
- 1 medium red onion, finely diced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- If using fresh corn, boil for 3 minutes, then cut kernels off the cob. If using frozen corn, thaw it.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, corn, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize your salad by adding black beans for protein or replacing mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a healthier option. Grilling the corn before adding it enhances the flavor even more.