Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad (Elote-Inspired), a delightful dish that brings together the essence of traditional elote and the comfort of pasta. This creamy, zesty salad is perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a colorful side for any meal. With its enticing combination of grilled corn, tangy lime, and savory cheese, it promises to be a crowd-pleaser at barbecues and potlucks alike. Plus, it’s quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes—making it an ideal choice for easy entertaining or meal prep. Enjoy this refreshing salad warm or chilled, and customize it with your favorite ingredients for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked short pasta
- 2 cups corn kernels
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and cool.
- Grill corn in a pan over medium-high heat until lightly charred.
- In a bowl, whisk mayonnaise, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, and chili powder until smooth.
- Toss cooled pasta with grilled corn and dressing until evenly coated.
- Serve topped with crumbled cotija cheese and optional cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg