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.

Combine 1/2 cup of mayonnaise with 1/2 cup of sour cream in a bowl.

Add 2 tablespoons of lemon or lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the bowl.

Mix the dressing well and set it aside.

Boil 300 g of pasta until al dente, then drain and cool it.

In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with 2 cups of boiled sweet corn, 1/4 cup of sliced red onion, 1/2 cup of chopped tomatoes, 1/4 cup of chopped coriander, and 1 chopped pickled jalapeno.

Toss the salad ingredients together.

Add the dressing to the salad and mix well.

Gently toss in 1/2 cup of cubed or crumbled feta cheese.

Chill the pasta salad for at least an hour before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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