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Easy Elote Pasta Salad

Easy Elote Pasta Salad for a Zesty Summer Delight

Enjoy this Easy Elote Pasta Salad, a refreshing blend of Mexican street corn and creamy dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • ⅓ cup Sour Cream Skip if needed but adjust seasoning accordingly.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Use a microplane for a fine mince.
  • 1 lime Lime Juice Add lime zest for extra flavor.
  • ½ tsp Chili Powder Use ancho chili powder for a smokier flavor.
  • ½ tsp Ground Cumin Essential for flavor.
  • ½ tsp Paprika Smoked paprika adds extra smokiness.
  • ¼ tsp Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste for desired spiciness.
  • ½ tsp Kosher Salt Adjust to personal preference.
  • ¼ tsp Black Pepper Freshly cracked for best flavor.
Salad
  • 12 oz Ditalini Pasta Can substitute with cavatappi or fusilli.
  • 16 oz Grilled or Roasted Corn Grill fresh corn for best taste.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped Substitute with parsley if desired.
  • ¼ cup Red Onion, finely diced Soak in cold water to reduce bite if necessary.
  • ⅓ cup Cotija Cheese, crumbled Feta or queso fresco can be substitutes.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grill or skillet

Method
 

Steps
  1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. Grill or sauté the corn until it has a smoky aroma and is slightly charred.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine all dressing ingredients and whisk until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, mix pasta, corn, onion, cilantro, and Cotija cheese, then fold in the dressing.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for 1-2 hours to meld the flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Grill the corn for a smoky flavor; cool the pasta completely before mixing. Adjust spice levels as desired.

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