Description
If you’re craving a refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer, look no further than Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad. This delightful recipe combines sweet corn, creamy dressing, and vibrant herbs to create a mouthwatering salad that’s perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or a light lunch. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this easy-to-make dish packed with flavor and nutrition. With its creamy texture and customizable spice level, this pasta salad is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 pound short pasta
- 2 cups grilled or roasted corn
- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 1 avocado
- Fresh herbs (basil, cilantro)
- Spices (smoked paprika, chili powder)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, olive oil, garlic, chives, salt, and pepper; whisk until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta with romaine lettuce, corn, basil, cilantro, cotija cheese, spicy cheddar cheese, and diced avocado.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Season with smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper (to taste), mayonnaise or yogurt, and lime juice.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg