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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

5 from 1 vote
Bursting with vibrant flavors of lime, cilantro and Cotija cheese, Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a perfect fresh potluck dish!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Appetizer, Party, Potluck, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 188
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups uncooked pasta
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups raw corn about 2 ears
  • 1/2 cup green onions chopped, about 3
  • 1 medium jalapeno pepper finely chopped,seeds removed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 medium lime juiced
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp Cotija cheese plus extra for sprinkling
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder plus extra for sprinkling

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions in generously salted water. Drain and rinse. Set aside.
  2. Meanwhile, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the corn, chopped green onions and jalapeño and cook about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn is slightly browned.
  4. Add the garlic and cook for 2 additional minutes, stirring often. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, lime juice, and salt.
  6. Add the pasta and corn and toss to combine. Stir in the cheese, cilantro, and chili powder. Stir until well combined and then sprinkle with additional chili powder and Cotija cheese if desired.
  7. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 188kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 309mgPotassium: 184mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 338IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 1mg

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