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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

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This vibrant pasta salad combines the classic flavors of Mexican street corn with pasta, making it a refreshing and hearty dish perfect for summer gatherings.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces uncooked fusilli pasta
  • 4 ears of corn, grilled and kernels cut off (about 2 cups)
  • 3 green onions, sliced thin
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and deveined, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 lime, zested and juiced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

Instructions

  • Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente, then rinse under cold water.
  • Grill corn for 8-10 minutes until charred, then cut off the kernels.
  • Whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice & zest, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and salt for dressing.
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, corn, green onions, jalapeño, cilantro, and queso fresco.
  • Pour dressing over the mixture and toss gently.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then garnish before serving.

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Notes

Use fresh corn for the best flavor, but frozen kernels can be used as a substitute.
Chill the salad for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
Consider adding roasted red peppers or avocado for variations.

  • Author: Thomas
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Grilling, Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg