Description
This Healthy Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that bursts with summer flavors, making it the perfect addition to any gathering. With its delightful combination of sweet corn, zesty lime, and creamy dressing, this salad is not only easy to whip up but also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. It’s packed with nutritious ingredients like Greek yogurt and colorful veggies, ensuring you enjoy deliciousness without compromising on health. Whether served as a light main dish or a flavorful side, this pasta salad is versatile enough for potlucks, barbecues, or casual family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fusilli pasta
- 3 cups corn kernels
- 1 jalapeno, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (or cotija)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions
- Cook the fusilli pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, warm olive oil and sauté corn for about 3-4 minutes until caramelized. Add the diced jalapeno and cook for an additional minute.
- In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, half of the feta cheese, chili powder, and salt until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with the sautéed corn and jalapeno mixture. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Top with remaining feta cheese and chopped cilantro before serving with lime wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg