Description
Looking for a refreshing dish that combines deliciously creamy flavors with a hint of summer zest? Try Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad! This vibrant recipe brings together the irresistible taste of Mexican street corn and pasta, making it a perfect addition to picnics, barbecues, or weeknight dinners. With its creamy dressing, fresh herbs, and customizable ingredients, this salad is as versatile as it is delightful—enjoy it warm or chilled. Whip it up in just 25 minutes for a flavor-packed meal that will impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 pound short pasta
- 2 cups grilled or roasted corn
- 3/4 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
- 1 avocado, diced
- Fresh herbs: chives, basil, cilantro
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, sour cream, olive oil, and spices until smooth.
- Add the cooled pasta to the dressing and mix well.
- Fold in corn, shredded lettuce, herbs, diced avocado, and cheese until evenly coated.
- Chill for at least an hour before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg