Description
A refreshing and comforting pasta salad that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexican street corn to your table, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Pasta (your choice)
- 2 cups Sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Sour cream
- Juice of 2 limes (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon Chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and let it cool completely.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, sweet corn, and cotija cheese; mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss everything to combine thoroughly.
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together beautifully.
- Before serving, garnish with chopped cilantro if desired for an added pop of flavor and color.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor. This salad is best enjoyed chilled.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg