Healthy Street Corn Pasta Salad
If you’re in search of a refreshing and vibrant dish that captures the essence of summer, look no further than this Healthy Street Corn Pasta Salad. Inspired by the beloved flavors of Mexican street corn, this salad is both satisfying and easy to prepare, making it perfect for family gatherings, picnics, or a quick weeknight meal. In just 30 minutes, you can create a colorful medley of sweet corn, creamy dressing, and fresh herbs that will impress everyone at your table. This versatile salad can be enjoyed as a main course or as a delightful side dish, making it an excellent addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound short cut pasta
- 2 cups grilled or roasted corn
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1–2 cloves garlic, grated
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- Kosher salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 1 head romaine lettuce, shredded
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup spicy cheddar cheese, cubed
- 1 avocado, chopped
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1/2–2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup mayo or yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a bowl, whisk together cream cheese, sour cream, olive oil, garlic, chives, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with shredded romaine lettuce, grilled corn, basil leaves, cilantro, spicy cheddar cheese, and avocado.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Season with smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper (if desired), mayo or yogurt, and lime juice.
- Chill in the fridge for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg