Street Corn Pasta Salad Recipe
A refreshing and creamy street corn pasta salad combining tender pasta and sweet corn with a zesty lime-infused mayonnaise dressing, topped with savory cheese. Perfect as a side dish or light meal served cold.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Pasta
- 2 cups cooked pasta (such as rotini or penne)
Vegetables
- 1 cup cooked corn kernels (fresh, grilled, or frozen)
Dressing
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese or feta cheese
Instructions
- Cook and Prepare Pasta: Boil the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and allow to cool completely.
- Mix Pasta and Corn: In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the cooked corn kernels, mixing gently to evenly distribute.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and fresh lime juice until smooth and creamy.
- Combine Salad: Pour the creamy dressing over the pasta and corn mixture and stir until everything is well coated.
- Add Cheese and Serve: Sprinkle crumbled cotija or feta cheese over the top and gently toss. Chill the salad in the refrigerator before serving cold for best flavor.
Notes
- Grilled corn adds a smoky flavor that enhances the salad.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make the dish gluten free.
- Adjust lime juice and mayo quantities based on desired creaminess and tang.
- Chilling the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving helps flavors meld.
- Optional: add chopped cilantro or jalapeño for extra flavor.
Keywords: street corn pasta salad, creamy pasta salad, summer pasta salad, mayo lime dressing, cotija cheese pasta salad, corn pasta salad
Find it online: https://cookwithyana.com/street-corn-pasta-salad-recipe/
