Description
A vibrant pasta salad coated in creamy mayonnaise, fresh corn, and cheese, perfect for picnics and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (such as rotini or fusilli)
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, usually until al dente, and then drain and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, corn, diced bell pepper, chopped red onion, cilantro, and crumbled cotija cheese.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to meld the flavors together.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh; texture changes if left for too long. Consider using fresh herbs for added flavor and avoiding adding the dressing until just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg