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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

A flavorful Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad loaded with delicious ingredients for a tasty side dish.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 692 kcal

Equipment

  • large bowl

Ingredients
  

Salad

  • 2 cups mini bowtie pasta measured uncooked
  • 3 cups frozen corn see note 1
  • 3 pieces green onions ⅓ cup finely diced
  • ½ bunch cilantro ½ cup finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon jalapeño finely diced
  • 8 slices bacon cooked & finely diced
  • cup cotija cheese
  • 1 large avocado diced
  • ½ cup black beans canned, drained and rinsed

Dressing

  • ½ cup mayo
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha
  • 2 large limes
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Bring 12 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 tablespoon salt. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, rinse under cold water for 15 seconds, shake off excess water, and let dry completely.
  • See note 1 for cooking options.
  • Dice green onions, cilantro, and jalapeño. Cook and dice bacon. Drain and rinse black beans. Dice avocado last to keep it fresh.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayo, chili powder, paprika, cumin, sriracha, ¼ teaspoon lime zest, and 3 tablespoon lime juice. Add ¼ teaspoon salt and ⅛ teaspoon pepper, adjusting to taste. Chill until ready to use.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, cooled corn, avocado, onions, cilantro, jalapeños, bacon, and cheese. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss. Serve immediately!

Notes

Best fresh! If making ahead, store salad and dressing separately. Add cheese, bacon, and avocado just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 692kcalCarbohydrates: 93gProtein: 21gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 305mgPotassium: 730mgFiber: 10gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 692IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 149mgIron: 2mg
Keyword easy recipes, Mexican cuisine, Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad, party food, pasta salad, summer salads
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