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Juicy Street Corn Pasta Salad

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A delightful mashup of Mexican street corn flavors wrapped in hearty pasta, perfect for meals or gatherings.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pasta (fusilli, rotini, or any shape)
  • 4 ears fresh corn, grilled or roasted
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup cilantro, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
  • ½ cup Cotija cheese, crumbled (or feta)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. Roast the corn on a grill or in an oven at 400°F (200°C) for 10-15 minutes until lightly charred.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, grilled corn (cut off the cob), cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
  6. Pour the dressing over the mixture and stir until well-coated.
  7. Gently fold in the Cotija cheese.
  8. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

This salad is customizable—feel free to add extra veggies or change the pasta shape as you prefer.

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