Description
Grilled Mexican street corn pasta salad recipe Easy tech combines charred corn creamy dressing pasta for a flavorful side dish Quick prep
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (16 oz) short pasta, like fusilli or farfalle
- 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels (thawed if frozen)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
- 1/2 cup freshly chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese, plus more for garnish
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process, and set aside.
- Char the Corn: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn and cook, stirring occasionally, until it’s tender and has some nicely charred spots, about 8-10 minutes. Let it cool slightly.
- Make the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, minced garlic, and a good pinch of salt and pepper.
- Combine Everything: To the bowl with the dressing, add the cooled pasta, charred corn, chopped cilantro, red onion, jalapeño, and cotija cheese. Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Chill and Serve: For the best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Give it a good stir, taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then garnish with extra cotija and a sprinkle of chili powder.
Notes
A delicious and easy-to-make side dish combining the smoky, tangy flavors of Mexican street corn (elote) with the satisfying comfort of a cold pasta salad. Perfect for summer potlucks and barbecues.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 servings
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Fat: 19 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 10 g