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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a must-try dish

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

This Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad combines pasta with corn, creamy dressing, and spices for a refreshing dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 cups cooked rotini or penne pasta
  • 2 cups corn grilled, frozen, or canned
For the Dressing
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • ⅓ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ⅓ cup crumbled cotija cheese

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta and corn.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the pasta and corn mixture. Stir until well combined.
  4. Gently fold in the chopped cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese before serving.

Notes

This salad can be served chilled or at room temperature.