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Street Corn Pasta Salad

Delicious Street Corn Pasta Salad for Easy Summer Meals

This Street Corn Pasta Salad is a quick, creamy dish perfect for summer gatherings and busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Base
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Substitute with gluten-free pasta if desired.
For the Fresh Mix-ins
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Fresh, frozen, or canned.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Finely chopped.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust according to heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Can substitute Cotija cheese.
  • 1/2 cup Diced Jalapeños Optional.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Colander
  • Whisk
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Street Corn Pasta Salad
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with corn, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Toss gently to mix.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently until well-coated.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Stir before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, refrigerate for a full hour before serving. Customize with other veggies like bell peppers or cucumbers to enhance texture.

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