Description
Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that elevates any gathering with its delightful combination of grilled corn, fresh herbs, and creamy dressing. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a weeknight dinner, this salad bursts with taste while remaining easy to prepare. With zesty flavors and customizable heat levels, it’s sure to please everyone at the table. Whether served as a main course or side dish, this Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad will be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1–2 grated garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3/4 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
- 1 pound short pasta
- 1 head romaine lettuce, shredded
- 2 cups grilled or roasted corn (from 3–4 fresh ears)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, torn
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup spicy cheddar cheese, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1/2 to 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, adjust to preference
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise or yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, blend cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Stir in olive oil, grated garlic, chives, cotija cheese, spices, mayonnaise (or yogurt), and lime juice.
- Combine cooked pasta with the dressing mixture until fully coated. Fold in shredded lettuce, grilled corn, torn basil leaves, chopped cilantro, diced spicy cheddar cheese, and avocado.
- Chill for about 10 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Boiling/Chilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg