Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad 🥗🌽

Ingredients

Salad

• 12 oz pasta (rotini or shells)
• 3 cups corn kernels (grilled or roasted)
• ½ cup red onion, diced
• ½ cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 jalapeño, diced
• 1 cup cotija or feta cheese

Dressing

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup sour cream
• Juice of 2 limes
• 1 tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

Boil pasta until tender.

Drain and rinse with cold water.

2. Roast the Corn

Cook corn in a skillet or grill until slightly charred for smoky flavor.

3. Make the Dressing

Whisk together:

• mayonnaise
• sour cream
• lime juice
• chili powder
• paprika
• garlic powder
• salt
• pepper

4. Combine

Mix pasta, corn, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and cheese.

Pour dressing over and toss well.

5. Chill & Serve

Refrigerate 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

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Delicious Add-Ins

• Avocado
• Black beans
• Grilled chicken
• Crispy bacon
• Cherry tomatoes

Serving Ideas

• BBQs and cookouts
• Taco night side dish
• Picnic salad
• Potluck favorite