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Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad

Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad

Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad is a delightful fusion of flavors that brings the essence of Mexican street corn into a refreshing pasta dish. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a colorful side at barbecues, this salad combines al dente pasta with creamy dressing, grilled corn, and fresh herbs, making it a crowd-pleaser. The rich flavors of cream cheese and cotija cheese meld beautifully with spices like smoked paprika, while the addition of avocado and lime juice adds a zesty finish. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to adjust for personal tastes, ensuring everyone will enjoy it.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1 pound short pasta
  • 2 cups grilled or roasted corn
  • 3/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • Fresh herbs (basil, cilantro)
  • Spices (smoked paprika, chili powder)
  • 1 avocado

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta in boiling water until al dente; drain and cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, olive oil, garlic, chives, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Fold in cooled pasta, cotija cheese, romaine lettuce, and grilled corn.
  4. Stir in fresh herbs and spices; adjust seasoning as desired.
  5. Gently mix in diced avocado and lime juice.
  6. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Author: Juniper
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust spice levels to suit your taste preferences. Experiment with different cheeses such as pepper jack for added depth.