Juicy Street Corn Pasta Salad
A delightful summer pasta salad combining sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty lime dressing, perfect for family gatherings or meal prep.
Ingredients
Pasta Ingredients
- 8 oz Pasta (penne or fusilli) Any pasta works, just ensure it cooks al dente.
- 2 ears Fresh corn Cut kernels off the cob.
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved and bright is best.
- 1/2 cup Red onion Finely chopped.
- 1/2 cup Cilantro Chopped, or substitute with parsley.
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Lime juice Fresh is best for bright flavor.
- 1/4 cup Olive oil Use extra-virgin for best flavor.
- 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
- 1 tsp Pepper Adjust to taste.
- 1 tsp Sugar Optional for balance.
Instructions
Cooking Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Reserve some pasta water and ensure it's al dente.
Preparing Corn
- While pasta is cooking, cut kernels off fresh corn cobs over a bowl for convenience.
Mixing Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
Making Dressing
- Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and sugar in a separate bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Combining Salad
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss until well combined. Adjust dressing to preference.
Chilling
- Chill the salad in the fridge for a while to meld flavors before serving.
Notes
Let the salad marinate for a few hours for best flavor. Serve with iced tea, lemonade, or white wine.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4g
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