Description
Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together the sweet crunch of corn, creamy pasta, and a zesty dressing. This colorful salad is perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or casual meals. With fresh ingredients like juicy corn, spicy jalapeno, and savory cotija cheese, every bite bursts with flavor! Easy to make and packed with nutrition, this salad can be served as a side or enjoyed as a light main dish. Plus, it’s make-ahead friendly—allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the fridge.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pasta (rotini, cavatappi, or farfalle)
- 16 oz fresh or frozen corn
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeno, minced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3/4 cup cotija cheese
- Dressing: lime juice, mayonnaise, sour cream/mexican crema, chili powder, cumin
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente; drain and cool.
- Grill or sauté corn until charred; let cool and remove kernels.
- In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, mayonnaise, sour cream, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta with corn, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and cotija cheese. Pour dressing over and toss to coat.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added protein, mix in grilled chicken or shrimp. Adjust spice levels by modifying jalapeno or chipotle quantities. Use fresh corn for optimal sweetness during peak season.