How To Make Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad - 12.2023

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 macaroni noodles until cooked, then let them cool.

In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, salt, and pepper, mixing well and setting it aside.

Add the cooled pasta to a large bowl.

Add the dressing made earlier to the pasta.

Next, add roasted corn, chopped cilantro, diced jalapeno, diced red onion, parmesan cheese, and garlic.

Mix everything really well.

Chill the salad before serving.

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