A vibrant and refreshing Street Corn Pasta Salad that combines the classic flavors of street corn with hearty pasta, perfect for summer gatherings.

Scale

about 400g of pasta

2 roasted corn cobs

3 green onions

1 shallot

2 jalapenos

1/2 cup cilantro

1 cup cotija cheese

1 cup sour cream

1/2 cup mayo

3 cloves garlic

juice and zest of 1 lime

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp chili powder

1 tsp salt & pepper

Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and let cool.
In a large bowl, combine the roasted corn kernels, chopped green onions, diced shallot, diced jalapenos, and chopped cilantro.
In a separate bowl, mix together the cotija cheese, sour cream, mayo, minced garlic, lime juice, lime zest, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
Add the cooked pasta to the vegetable mixture and pour the dressing over it. Toss until everything is well coated.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Feel free to customize with additional veggies or protein for a heartier dish.

Keywords: Street Corn Pasta Salad, pasta salad, summer salad, street corn