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A vibrant colorful bowl of street corn pasta salad featuring curled pasta, charred corn kernels, chopped herbs, and crumbled cheese on a rustic wooden table, styled with fresh lime wedges and cilantro for a sunny, fresh summer look.

Healthy Summer Street Corn Pasta Salad

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A delicious, colorful, and healthy summer pasta salad inspired by street corn flavors, perfect for picnics and casual gatherings.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
  • 1 cup cooked corn kernels or grilled corn slices
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese or feta
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add cooked pasta, corn kernels, cheese, and cilantro to the bowl.
  4. Toss everything until evenly coated.
  5. Serve immediately or chill before serving for a cooler, more developed flavor.

Notes

  • You can substitute grilled fresh corn for cooked frozen corn.
  • Adjust lime and paprika for more tangy or smoky flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Mixing, boiling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of the salad
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg