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Juicy Street Corn Pasta Salad

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A vibrant and flavorful pasta salad combining fresh corn, colorful veggies, and a zesty lime dressing, perfect for sunny days or potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz Pasta (Rotini or Fusilli)
  • 2 Cups Fresh Corn Kernels (or Canned Corn, Drained)
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper, Diced
  • 1/2 Red Onion, Finely Chopped
  • 1/4 Cup Fresh Cilantro, Chopped
  • 1 Lime, Juiced
  • 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • Salt and Pepper to Taste
  • 1/2 Cup Crumbled Cheese (Feta or Cotija, Optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add your pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain the rest and rinse it under cold water.
  2. Prep the Corn: If using fresh corn, slice those kernels off the cob. If using canned corn, drain and rinse.
  3. Chop the Veggies: Dice the red bell pepper and finely chop the red onion. Toss them into a large mixing bowl.
  4. Mixing it All Together: Add the cooked pasta, corn kernels, and cilantro to the mixing bowl with the peppers and onions.
  5. Dress it Up: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over the salad, adding reserved pasta water for creaminess.
  6. Cheese, Please!: Gently fold in the crumbled cheese of your choice, tasting along the way and adjusting seasoning if needed.
  7. Chill and Serve: Let it sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving. Toss gently and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and tastes better after chilling. Great for potlucks and barbecues.

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Keywords: pasta salad, street corn, summer recipe, potluck, vegetarian

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