Street Corn Pasta Salad: 7 Amazing Bold Flavor Ideas
A creamy and tangy pasta salad inspired by Mexican street corn, featuring charred corn, lime, cheese, and a hint of spice.
Ingredients
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12 ounces rotini pasta
2 cups corn kernels
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup cotija cheese
1/3 cup red onion
1 jalapeño
1/4 cup cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until tender, then drain and cool.
- Char corn in a skillet with olive oil until lightly browned.
- Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and spices to make dressing.
- Combine pasta, corn, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro in a bowl.
- Add dressing and toss to coat evenly.
- Stir in cotija cheese gently.
- Chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Charring the corn adds deeper flavor. Adjust spice level to taste.