Elote Pasta Salad Recipe
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Elote Pasta Salad Recipe, a delightful fusion inspired by traditional Mexican street corn. This refreshing dish combines roasted corn, al dente pasta, and a zesty creamy dressing, making it the ultimate side for BBQs, potlucks, or easy weeknight dinners. With its unique blend of ingredients like cotija cheese and fresh herbs, this salad is sure to please any crowd. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, it’s a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire that captures the essence of summer in every bite. Make this salad your new go-to for gatherings or simply as a delicious meal prep option!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dry pasta
- 4 cups whole corn kernels (or 16 oz frozen corn)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 lime (zest and juice)
- ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese
- Fresh cilantro
- Diced red onion
- Chopped jalapeño
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions; drain and cool.
- Roast fresh corn or heat frozen corn in a skillet until warm.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime zest and juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta with corn, cotija cheese, cilantro, red onion, and jalapeño.
- Pour dressing over the mixture and toss to coat evenly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg