Fiesta Corn Pasta Salad: Creamy, Zesty Summer Delight

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Fiesta Corn Pasta Salad, a creamy and zesty dish perfect for summer gatherings.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Chilling Time 2

Total Time 2 30

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

8 oz Small Shell Pasta or any short pasta shape like rotini or fusilli

For the Salad

15 oz Whole Kernel Corn thawed frozen corn works great
10 oz Rotel (Canned Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies) drained
4 stalks Green Onions finely chopped

For the Creaminess

1 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter twist
1/2 cup Sour Cream can replace with more mayo or yogurt
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese pepper jack cheese can be used for extra heat

Equipment

Large pot
Mixing Bowl
Colander
Spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained corn, Rotel, and green onions. Stir gently to mix.
In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth. Pour over the corn mixture and stir gently.
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
Add cooled pasta to the mixture and stir gently to combine.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours before serving to let flavors meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is versatile; consider adding black beans, avocado, or grilled chicken for variation. Serve chilled.

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