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Juicy Street Corn Pasta Salad

A colorful and flavorful pasta salad combining fresh ingredients like corn, tomatoes, and bell peppers, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables
  • 8 oz pasta (such as rotini or bowtie) Cooked according to package instructions.
  • 2 cups fresh corn (cut from the cob or canned) Fresh sweet corn is recommended for best flavor.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 count bell pepper (diced)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
  • 1/2 cup cilantro (chopped) Fresh cilantro enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled) Adds creaminess and protein.
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lime juice Freshly squeezed is recommended.
  • 1 tsp chili powder Adjust to taste.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and let cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with fresh corn, halved cherry tomatoes, diced bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro.
  3. In a smaller bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper to prepare the dressing.
Mixing
  1. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat.
  2. Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese.
  3. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for about an hour for best flavor.

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to three days. Add more olive oil or lime juice if it seems dry after refrigeration.