Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant, creamy side dish inspired by the flavors of elote, a beloved Mexican street food. It typically combines cooked pasta with charred corn, cotija cheese, a creamy lime-chili dressing, and fresh cilantro, creating a perfect fusion of textures and tastes.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally moderate to high in carbohydrates from the pasta and corn, with a good amount of fat from the creamy dressing and cheese, and a modest amount of protein. It provides key nutrients like fiber from the corn, calcium from the cheese, and vitamin C from the lime, with a typical serving ranging from 300 to 450 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin A | 200 mcg RAE |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Phosphorus | 150 mg |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a creative adaptation of elote, transforming a handheld street snack into a shareable pasta salad format perfect for potlucks. Nutritionally, it's interesting because it combines the whole-grain potential of certain pastas with the antioxidants found in colorful corn varieties.
