Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Street Corn Pasta Salad, a delightful fusion that brings together the essence of traditional Mexican street corn and hearty pasta. This refreshing salad is perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a side dish to complement grilled meats. With its creamy dressing, crunchy vegetables, and zesty kick from jalapeños, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly versatile—perfect for impressing friends and family. Best of all, it can be made ahead of time and tastes even better after chilling, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta (any shape)
- 2 cups cooked corn kernels
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with corn, bell pepper, onion, and jalapeño.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg