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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a Flavorful Delight!

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a flavorful and refreshing dish that combines the classic flavors of Mexican street corn with pasta, making it a perfect side or main dish for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces rotini pasta
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and feta cheese.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
  5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added crunch, consider mixing in diced bell peppers or sliced jalapeños.
  • Substitute the feta cheese with cotija cheese for a more authentic Mexican flavor.

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