Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of our Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad, a perfect dish for summer gatherings, picnics, and barbecues. This delightful salad features roasted corn that adds a natural sweetness, combined with creamy Cotija and cheddar cheeses that bring richness to every bite. The zesty jalapeños provide a kick of heat, making it an enticing choice for both casual meals and festive occasions. With its quick preparation time and ability to serve up to 10 people, this pasta salad is not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Prepare to impress your guests with this colorful, refreshing dish that embodies the essence of summer!
Ingredients
- 1 pound trotolle pasta
- 6 ears roasted corn
- 1/2 cup red onion (diced)
- 1/2 cup jalapeño pepper (diced)
- 3/4 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 3/4 cup finely shredded Cotija cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1–2 teaspoons Tajín
- Freshly snipped cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil trotolle pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and cool.
- Cut corn off the cobs and add kernels to the cooled pasta in a large mixing bowl.
- Stir in diced red onion and jalapeño, along with half of each cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and Tajín; pour over the salad mix and toss gently until well coated.
- Top with remaining cheeses, additional Tajín for flavor, and garnish with cilantro. Chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of jalapeño or Tajín. Letting the salad chill enhances the mingling of flavors.