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Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad: Delight in Every Bite!

A delicious and creamy pasta salad featuring street corn flavors, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese optional

Method
 

  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
  3. Add the cooled macaroni, corn, diced red bell pepper, and chopped cilantro to the bowl. Stir until everything is well coated with the dressing.
  4. If using, gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese.
  5. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the dressing.
  • You can substitute the elbow macaroni with any pasta shape you prefer, such as rotini or penne, for a different texture.

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