A delightful blend of flavors in this Street Corn Pasta Salad, featuring fresh ingredients and a zesty dressing.

Scale

8 ounces of rotini

penne

or bow-tie pasta

2 cups fresh or frozen corn

1 cup diced bell peppers

½ cup finely chopped red onion

¼ cup chopped cilantro

⅓ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt

2 tablespoons lime juice

1 teaspoon chili powder

salt to taste

optional add-ins: cherry tomatoes

black beans

diced avocado

sliced radishes

Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and cool.
In a skillet, lightly char or roast the corn until golden brown, then set aside to cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, charred corn, diced bell peppers, red onion, and cilantro.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, chili powder, and salt.
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until well combined.
Add optional ingredients if desired and mix gently before serving.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to meld the flavors.

Feel free to customize with your favorite veggies or proteins to make this pasta salad suit your taste.

Keywords: Street Corn Pasta Salad, cold pasta recipe, healthy salad, flavorful salad, fresh ingredients