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Sweet and Spicy Street Corn Pasta Salad

A vibrant pasta salad that combines the flavors of street corn with creamy goodness, perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 400g Pasta
  • 2 Roasted Corn Cobs
  • 3 Green Onions
  • 1 Shallot
  • 2 Jalapeños
  • 1/2 Cup Fresh Cilantro
  • 1 Cup Cotija Cheese
  • 1 Cup Sour Cream
  • 1/2 Cup Mayonnaise
  • 3 Cloves Garlic
  • Juice and Zest of 1 Lime
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt & Pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook Your Pasta: Boil salted water, add pasta, and cook according to package directions (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Roast the Corn: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush corn with olive oil and salt, roast for 20-25 minutes.
  3. Prepare Your Vegetables: Slice green onions, dice shallot, chop jalapeños, and cilantro.
  4. Mix Your Dressing: In a bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic, lime juice, lime zest, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper; whisk until smooth.
  5. Cut the Corn: Remove kernels from corn cobs, aim for about 1.5-2 cups.
  6. Combine It All: Add pasta, roasted corn, veggies, and cotija cheese to dressing; fold gently to combine.
  7. Chill and Serve: Cover and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with lime wedges and extra cotija for a fresh pop. Pairs well with grilled proteins or as a BBQ side.

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Keywords: pasta salad, street corn, summer recipe, BBQ side, vegetarian dish