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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad: A Flavorful Twist with Turkey Bacon

This Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad combines pasta, corn, and a creamy dressing for a delicious side dish perfect for any BBQ or potluck.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 cups
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • separate bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked rotini or penne pasta You can use either rotini or penne.
  • 2 cups corn grilled, frozen, or canned.
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • ⅓ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ⅓ cup crumbled cotija cheese

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the cooked and cooled pasta with corn.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until fully coated.
  • Fold in chopped cilantro and cotija cheese.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use grilled corn for the most flavor. Add diced jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat. Great make-ahead dish for BBQs and potlucks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg
Keyword grilled corn, Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad, pasta salad, potluck salads, sidedish, turkey bacon
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