Description

This Healthy Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and wonderfully simple dish that brings together the smoky flavor of charred corn with a creamy, tangy dressing. It’s the perfect side for a summer barbecue or a light and satisfying meal all on its own.

Ingredients

Scale

12 oz rotini pasta
2 cups corn kernels (grilled or charred)
1 avocado, diced
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh basil or cilantro leaves, for garnish

Instructions

Cook rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
In a skillet or grill pan, char the corn kernels over medium-high heat until golden with smoky spots.
In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Add cooled pasta, charred corn, diced avocado, and crumbled feta to the dressing. Gently toss to coat.
Garnish with fresh basil or cilantro before serving.

Notes

For a lighter version, replace mayonnaise with all Greek yogurt. Add extra veggies like red bell pepper for crunch. Best served fresh with avocado added just before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: healthy street corn pasta salad, summer salad, smoky corn, creamy pasta salad