Not Your Average Summer Pasta Salad Recipes!

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cotija cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Feta provides a similar salty flavor at a lower cost.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers provide crunch without the heat.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar tanginess.

Boil pasta in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

Drain pasta and rinse under cold water to cool.

Grill corn until charred, about 10 minutes, then cut kernels off the cob.

In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, corn, and chopped jalapeño.

Mix in mayonnaise, lime juice, and garlic powder until well combined.

Stir in cotija cheese and chopped cilantro gently.

Season with chili powder, salt, and pepper to taste.

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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