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Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad

Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad That'll Rock Your BBQ Nights

This Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad combines tender pasta and sweet, smoky corn in a zesty, creamy dressing, perfect for BBQ nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups pasta your favorite type, gluten-free option available
For the Corn
  • 4 ears fresh sweet corn charred, can substitute with frozen corn
For the Dressing
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese can substitute with feta or queso fresco
  • 2 tbsp lime juice or lemon juice if preferred
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne adjust for spice preference
  • 1 tsp chili powder adjust for spice preference
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika adjust for spice preference
For the Vegetables
  • 1 small red onion diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper diced, any color
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 medium avocado diced, add just before serving

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • pot
  • colander
  • grill or skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, fresh lime juice, cayenne, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and toss with olive oil.
  3. Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Char fresh sweet corn for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally. Let cool and slice kernels off.
  4. In the bowl with dressing, add cooled pasta, charred corn, diced red onion, chopped bell pepper, cilantro, and diced avocado. Toss to coat.
  5. Optional: Melt 2 tbsp of butter in a saucepan, stir in chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, and salt. Drizzle over the salad before serving.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15-20 minutes before serving. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Add avocado just before serving for freshness.

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