Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad
Enjoy this vibrant Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad that’s perfect for any occasion! Try it today for a delightful twist on your favorite flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ounces room temperature cream cheese
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pound short pasta
- 2 cups grilled corn (from 3–4 ears)
- 1 head romaine lettuce, shredded
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, torn
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup spicy cheddar cheese, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1/2 to 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (adjust to preference)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise or yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions
- Cook the short pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, olive oil, grated garlic, chives, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Gently fold cooked pasta into the dressing along with shredded romaine lettuce, grilled corn, torn basil, chopped cilantro, spicy cheddar cheese, and diced avocado.
- Melt salted butter in a pan over medium heat; stir in smoked paprika and chili powder. Pour over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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