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.

Cook pasta al dente.

Add 2 cups of corn (frozen, canned, or fresh cut off the cob).

Add cheese cubes, diced red onion, and diced jalapenos (remove seeds for less heat).

Add chopped cilantro.

Mix dressing with mayonnaise, sour cream, queso fresa, chili powder or taheen, salt, pepper, and lime juice.

Adjust dressing quantity for creaminess preference (double for creamier, leave as is for less creamy).

Store extra dressing on the side for refreshing the pasta salad later.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens