Description

Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer with its creamy texture, sweet corn, zesty lime, and a hint of chili. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-make salad will have everyone asking for seconds. Experience the delightful medley of flavors and enjoy the colorful presentation that makes this dish a standout at any gathering.

Ingredients

Scale

8 oz rotini or fusilli pasta
2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 2 ears)
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice of 2 limes
1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
1 tsp chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
Grill or roast the corn until slightly charred. Let it cool before cutting the kernels off the cob.
While pasta and corn cool, dice the red bell pepper and chop cilantro.
In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Combine cooled pasta, corn kernels, diced bell pepper, and chopped cilantro in the bowl with dressing. Toss gently until well-coated.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: For added spice, consider mixing in diced jalapeños. Substitute quinoa for pasta for a gluten-free option. Use fresh corn for optimal flavor; frozen corn is acceptable if necessary.