Name: Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 12 ounces pasta; 3 cups corn roasted; 1 cup mayonnaise; 1 half cup sour cream; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 half teaspoon salt; 1 half teaspoon pepper; 1 third cup chopped cilantro; 1 third cup cotija cheese

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a bright and creamy dish inspired by classic elote flavors. This Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad blends sweet corn, tender pasta, tangy lime, and a creamy chili spiced dressing that always steals the show at potlucks and summer gatherings.

Why You Will Love This Recipe: Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

• Creamy, tangy, and full of fresh flavor
• Perfect for cookouts, picnics, or meal prep
• Easy to mix together with pantry ingredients
• Tastes even better the next day

Ingredients Needed for This Recipe

• 12 ounces pasta shells or rotini
• 3 cups corn, roasted or grilled
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 half cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 half teaspoon salt
• 1 half teaspoon pepper
• 1 third cup chopped cilantro
• 1 third cup crumbled cotija cheese
• Optional chopped jalapeno

How to Make Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

Cook pasta according to package directions and rinse with cold water.
Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Add pasta, corn, cilantro, and cotija.
Toss until well coated.
Chill at least 30 minutes before serving.

How to Serve Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

• Serve chilled or slightly cool
• Add extra cotija or cilantro on top
• Pair with grilled chicken, steak, or tacos

How to Store Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

• Refrigerate in airtight container up to 4 days
• Stir before serving
• Add a splash of lime if it thickens

Tips

• Grill the corn for best flavor
• Use Mexican crema instead of sour cream if available
• Add jalapeno for heat

Helpful Notes

• Can be made fully ahead for parties
• Cilantro can be replaced with green onions

Variation

• Add black beans and avocado
• Use chipotle powder for smoky heat

FAQs

Can I use canned corn?
Yes. Drain well and lightly toast in a pan.

Can I make it dairy free?
Use dairy free yogurt and dairy free cheese.

Can I use a different pasta shape?
Yes. Any short pasta works well.

Conclusion

This salad is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for sharing. Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad brings color and comfort to any table and is always a crowd favorite.

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

Author: Nonna Lucia Bianchi
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 6 servings 1x

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Description

Creamy pasta salad with roasted corn, lime, and chili spices.

Ingredients

Scale

12 ounces pasta

3 cups corn roasted

1 cup mayonnaise

1 half cup sour cream

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 half teaspoon salt

1 half teaspoon pepper

1 third cup chopped cilantro

1 third cup cotija cheese

Instructions

1. Cook pasta and rinse.

2. Mix dressing ingredients.

3. Combine pasta, corn, cilantro, and cotija.

4. Toss to coat.

5. Chill and serve.

Notes

Grilled corn adds stronger flavor

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4
Sodium: 450
Fat: 20
Saturated Fat: 5
Unsaturated Fat: 4
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 28
Fiber: 3
Protein: 7
Cholesterol: 25

Keywords: Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad, elote pasta salad

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Lucia Bianchi

Lucia Bianchi is the heart of authentic Italian pizza. With decades of experience, she masters both classic and gourmet pizzas, bringing rich heritage and elegant flavors straight from Italy’s kitchen to your plate. Her passion for tradition and culinary creativity ensures every pizza is a delicious journey into Italy’s finest flavors.