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Street Corn Pasta Salad

Street Corn Pasta Salad


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  • Author: Monica
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Description

Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that beautifully blends the flavors of roasted corn, fresh herbs, and zesty lime dressing with tender pasta. This delightful salad is perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or a quick weeknight meal. Its smoky and tangy notes create a unique flavor profile that appeals to everyone, making it an ideal side or main dish. With its easy preparation and versatility, this salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.


Ingredients

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  • 400g pasta
  • 2 roasted corn cobs
  • 3 green onions
  • 1 shallot
  • 2 jalapeños
  • ½ cup cilantro
  • 1 cup cotija cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • Juice and zest of 1 lime
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Roast the corn on a frying pan with olive oil for about 10-15 minutes until golden brown. Remove kernels from cobs.
  2. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
  3. Prepare other ingredients: slice green onions, mince shallot, garlic, jalapeños, cilantro, and crumble cotija.
  4. In a bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lime juice and zest, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  5. Combine cooked pasta, roasted corn, green onions, shallot, jalapeños, cilantro, and cotija cheese in a large bowl. Pour dressing over the top and mix well.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg