Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Elote Pasta Salad, inspired by the beloved Mexican street corn. This refreshing dish combines tender pasta with sweet roasted corn, creamy dressing, and fresh herbs for a delightful blend of textures and tastes. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or family dinners, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your preferences. Serve it warm or chilled for a crowd-pleasing side or a satisfying main course that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dry pasta
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- ½ cup cotija cheese (or feta/parmesan)
- ½ red onion, diced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
- For the dressing: Greek yogurt, olive oil mayonnaise, lime zest and juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions; drain and toss with olive oil.
- Roast fresh corn or heat frozen corn in a skillet until warmed through.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with olive oil mayonnaise, lime zest and juice, and spices.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, corn, cilantro, onion, cheese, jalapeno; add dressing and toss to coat.
- Chill before serving for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Boiling/Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg