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Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad: A Taste of Summer Bliss

A refreshing and creamy pasta salad featuring sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, and a zesty dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup frozen sweet corn thawed
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese optional

Method
 

  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, thawed corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
  5. If using, sprinkle the cotija cheese on top and gently mix it in.
  6. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added crunch, consider mixing in diced bell peppers or cucumbers.
  • To make it spicier, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the dressing.

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