Name: Creamy Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad – Total Crowd Pleaser
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 12 oz (340 g) short pasta; 3 cups corn kernels; 1 tablespoon olive oil; ¾ cup mayonnaise; ½ cup sour cream; 1½ tablespoons lime juice; 1 teaspoon lime zest; 1 teaspoon chili powder; ½ teaspoon smoked paprika; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ¾ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; ½ cup crumbled cheese; ⅓ cup chopped red onion; ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro; ½ cup diced red bell pepper; ¼ cup sliced green onions

Description

A creamy, zesty pasta salad inspired by classic street corn flavors, perfect for gatherings, potlucks, and make-ahead meals.

Ingredients

Scale

12 oz (340 g) short pasta
3 cups corn kernels
1 tablespoon olive oil
¾ cup mayonnaise
½ cup sour cream
1½ tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup crumbled cheese
⅓ cup chopped red onion
⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup diced red bell pepper
¼ cup sliced green onions

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Instructions

Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and cool.
Sauté corn in olive oil until lightly charred. Cool.
Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, zest, and spices in a bowl.
Toss pasta with dressing until coated.
Fold in corn, cheese, vegetables, and herbs.
Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Chill before serving for best flavor.
Adjust seasoning after chilling if needed.
Stir in extra sour cream if the salad thickens in the fridge.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes