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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

A creamy, zesty pasta salad inspired by classic Mexican street corn with lime, chili, corn, and cheese.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Salad
  • 12 oz short pasta rotini or fusilli
  • 3 cups corn kernels grilled or sautéed
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp lime juice fresh
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.75 cup cotija cheese crumbled
  • 0.25 cup cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowls
  • Colander
  • Grill pan or skillet

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and cool.
  2. Grill or sauté corn until lightly charred.
  3. Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and spices in a large bowl.
  4. Add pasta and corn, tossing to coat evenly.
  5. Fold in cheese and cilantro. Chill before serving.

Notes

Best served chilled. Adjust lime and spice to taste.