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Healthy Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad (Quick & Easy) — homemade Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad recipe

Healthy Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad (Quick & Easy)

A refreshing and healthy pasta salad inspired by Mexican street corn, featuring Greek yogurt for a creamy, protein-packed dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz whole wheat pasta shells
  • 2 cups corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup cotija cheese crumbled
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Combine the corn, cherry tomatoes, and red onion in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Whisk together the Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, and garlic powder in a small bowl until smooth.
  4. Add the cooked pasta to the vegetable mixture, pour the dressing over everything, and toss well to coat.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor development.