Description
Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This delightful salad combines tender pasta with roasted corn, fresh herbs, and a zesty lime dressing, creating an explosion of taste in every bite. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a quick weeknight meal, this pasta salad is not just easy to prepare but also visually appealing with its colorful ingredients. The smoky lime sauce adds a unique twist that will have everyone asking for seconds. Enjoy it chilled for a refreshing dish that celebrates the flavors of summer!
Ingredients
- 400g pasta
- 2 roasted corn cobs
- 3 green onions
- 1 shallot
- 2 jalapeños
- 1/2 cup cilantro
- 1 cup cotija cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayo
- juice and zest of 1 lime
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Roast corn on high heat until charred; remove kernels.
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente; drain.
- Prepare vegetables by slicing green onions, mincing shallots, garlic, jalapeños, and cilantro.
- In a bowl, mix dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Combine pasta, corn, veggies, and dressing in a large bowl; toss well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting, Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Use fresh corn for better flavor and texture. Adjust spice levels by seeding jalapeños or adding other peppers. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.