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Vegan Elote Pasta Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Mexico, elote is a popular street food featuring grilled corn on the cob, slathered with mayonnaise, cheese, and spices. This vegan pasta salad takes the essence of elote and transforms it into a refreshing dish, perfect for summer gatherings. The combination of flavors celebrates the vibrant culinary traditions of Mexico, while modern variations like this salad have made it a favorite at potlucks and barbecues around the world.

MexicanMXside
45 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
16oz pkg rotini pasta
4 cups frozen corn
1 red onion, diced
1 red pepper, diced
1 cup vegan sour cream
1 cup vegan mayo
1/2 cup vegan parmesan
Juice of 1 lime
1/4 cup cilantro
1/2 tsp each salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp chipotle powder

vegan mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: cashew cream

💰Cheaper: regular mayonnaise

Cashew cream offers a healthier fat alternative.

nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Parmesan adds a similar cheesy flavor.

jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Bell pepper provides crunch without the heat.

pasta

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs.

1

In a pan, sauté half of the diced onion and frozen corn until a bit browned then set aside.

2

Prepare noodles according to package directions.

3

Add everything to a large bowl and stir.

4

Cover and let chill for a few hours to marry the flavors then taste and add more seasonings to your liking.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixing

Equipment Needed

panlarge bowl

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegandairy-freegluten-free

Allergens

none

Also Known As

Mexican Street Corn Pasta SaladElote Pasta Salad
Local Name: Ensalada de pasta con elote vegana

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