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Creamy Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad - easy high protein recipe
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Creamy Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

There's something wonderfully satisfying about a creamy pasta salad, especially when it feels like comfort food you can enjoy without a hint of guilt.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Chill30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: high protein pasta salad, mexican street corn pasta salad, mexican street corn pasta salad recipe
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 360kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 ears corn husked
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 12 ounces ditalini pasta
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice plus lime slices for serving
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped, divided
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

  • Start by heating up your grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush corn with vegetable oil, then grill until it’s charred and has nice grill marks.
  • Set the grilled corn aside to cool. Once you can handle it, carefully cut the kernels off the cob using a knife.
  • In a pot, cook the ditalini pasta in salted boiling water. Keep an eye on it to ensure it's al dente based on package directions, then drain and set aside.
  • In a bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, chopped cilantro, and Sriracha until everything is well combined.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked pasta, corn kernels, diced green bell pepper, and green onions. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss everything together until it's nicely coated.
  • Top with crumbled feta cheese, then sprinkle chili powder, smoked paprika, and additional chopped cilantro for a pop of flavor.
  • Refrigerate the salad for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled, garnished with lime slices.