Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad, a delightful dish perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or family dinners. This refreshing salad features a creamy dressing combined with sweet grilled corn, fresh herbs, and tangy cheese. With its unique blend of textures and flavors, it’s bound to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe can be enjoyed as a main dish or a flavorful side. Customize it with your favorite proteins or toppings for an even more fulfilling meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1–2 grated garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3/4 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
- 1 pound short pasta (e.g., rotini)
- 1 head romaine lettuce (shredded)
- 2 cups grilled corn
- 1/2 cup fresh basil (torn)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1/2 cup spicy cheddar cheese (diced)
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1/2 to 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (adjust to preference)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise or yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix room temperature cream cheese, sour cream, olive oil, garlic, chives, salt, pepper, and crumbled cotija cheese until smooth.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and toss with the dressing.
- Add shredded romaine lettuce, grilled corn, basil, cilantro, diced spicy cheddar cheese, and avocado; mix well.
- For the chili butter: melt salted butter in a skillet. Stir in paprika and chili powder; cook for one minute.
- Drizzle lime mayo dressing over the salad before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg