Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

cotija cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Feta provides a similar tangy flavor, while parmesan is often more affordable.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell pepper offers crunch without the heat, and banana peppers are often less expensive.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice is a good substitute for a similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

Boil hot water and cook your noodles as instructed on the box. Drain and allow to cool while you mix up the rest of this pasta salad.

Combine the mayonnaise and sour cream in a large serving bowl. Then carefully stir in the cheese.

Sprinkle in the salt, pepper & taco seasoning.

Add in the corn.

Add in your cooked and cooled noodles and stir well.

Squeeze in the lime juice, and then sprinkle with cilantro. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens