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Healthy Street Corn Pasta Salad 4 Servings Easy Delicious

Healthy Street Corn Pasta Salad 4 Servings Easy Delicious


  • Author: MastertheKitchen
  • Total Time: 25
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Healthy Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines sweet corn, creamy dressing, and al dente pasta, making it perfect for summer gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces short pasta (e.g., rotini or penne)
  • 1 cup fresh corn (grilled or roasted)
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • 1/4 cup chopped chives
  • 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced avocado
  • 1/4 cup diced spicy cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and let it cool slightly before adding it to the salad.

2. In a medium bowl, combine the room-temperature cream cheese, sour cream, olive oil, grated garlic, and chopped chives. Whisk the ingredients together until the dressing is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the smoked paprika, chili powder, and cayenne pepper, stirring to combine. Drizzle the spiced butter over the grilled or roasted corn kernels.

4. In a large salad bowl, toss together the cooked pasta, shredded romaine lettuce, the spiced corn, fresh basil, chopped cilantro, diced spicy cheddar cheese, and diced avocado. Pour the creamy dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.

5. You can serve the Healthy Street Corn Pasta Salad immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour to allow the flavors to meld. Garnish with additional crumbled cotija or feta cheese, fresh herbs, and a sprinkle of cayenne pepper for an extra kick.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute the cream cheese and sour cream with a plant-based alternative.

To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.

Adjust the heat level by varying the amount of cayenne pepper.

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 10
  • Cholesterol: 30