Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this 20-Minute Elote Pasta Salad. Combining sweet grilled corn, creamy dressing, and zesty lime, this dish is perfect for picnics or family gatherings. With easy preparation and irresistible taste, it guarantees to be a hit at your next event. Each bite transports you to sunny afternoons filled with laughter and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 2 cups fresh corn (about 3 ears), grilled and kernels removed
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija or feta cheese
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Grill the corn for about 10 minutes until charred, then let cool before cutting off the kernels.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, corn kernels, red onion, cilantro, and cheese. Pour dressing over and toss gently.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with extra cheese and cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg