Description
The Perfect Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transforms the classic pasta salad into an exciting culinary experience. By combining sweet corn, zesty lime, and creamy dressing, this salad brings a taste of summer to your table. It’s perfect for barbecues, picnics, or family gatherings, making it a go-to side dish that will impress guests with its colorful presentation and fresh ingredients. Customizable to suit your taste, you can easily add additional veggies or proteins for a heartier meal. Enjoy the explosion of flavors and textures in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni or penne
- 3 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 jalapeño pepper (optional)
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- Juice from 1 lime
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Spices: chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and cool.
- In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat, sauté corn for about 5-7 minutes. Stir in minced jalapeño if using.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta and corn mixture. Add mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Fold in cilantro and sprinkle with feta cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg