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Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad Recipe

Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad Recipe
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This Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the richness of cream cheese and sour cream with the smoky heat of chili butter and the freshness of lime mayo. Packed with grilled corn, fresh herbs, and a variety of cheeses, this pasta salad is a perfect blend of creamy, spicy, and tangy flavors.

Ingredients

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Cream Cheese Dressing:

  • 4 ounces room temperature cream cheese
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1–2 grated garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3/4 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese

Main Ingredients:

  • 1 pound of short pasta
  • 1 head romaine lettuce, shredded
  • 2 cups grilled or roasted corn (from 3–4 fresh ears)
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil, torn
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup spicy cheddar cheese, diced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1/2 to 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, adjust to preference
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise or yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

Instructions

  1. Make the Dressing: In a large salad bowl, combine all the ingredients for the dressing. Season to taste with salt and pepper. This will be the base that flavors the entire salad.
  2. Cook the Pasta and Combine Ingredients: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente, then drain and toss with the dressing. Add lettuce, corn, cheddar cheese, basil, cilantro, and avocado. Toss to coat evenly.
  3. Prepare the Chili Butter: Melt butter in a skillet, add chili powder, paprika, cayenne, and salt. Cook briefly, then remove from heat.
  4. Make the Lime Mayo Dressing: Mix mayonnaise or yogurt with lime juice and salt in a bowl.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Top the salad with lime mayo and chili butter. Let sit for flavors to develop.

Notes

  • You can adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of cayenne pepper in the chili butter.
  • For a vegetarian version, use vegetarian-friendly substitutes for cheeses and mayonnaise.

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