Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and delicious dish that beautifully combines the classic flavors of elote with pasta for a delightful twist. This creamy, crunchy, and slightly spicy salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or family dinners. With fresh corn and a zesty dressing, it’s not only quick to prepare but also packed with wholesome ingredients. Whether served warm or chilled, this salad will be a crowd favorite at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Charred
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dry pasta
- 4 cups corn kernels
- ⅔ cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup Mexican crema
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- ½ cup diced onion
- 2 tablespoons diced jalapeño
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
- In a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, melt salted butter and char corn kernels for about 5-8 minutes; season with salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk mayonnaise, Mexican crema, lime juice, sugar, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add charred corn to the pasta along with diced onion and jalapeño. Drizzle dressing over the mixture and stir well to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (230g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Find it online: https://sweetdreamskitchen.com/mexican-street-corn-pasta-salad/