Description

Healthy Street Corn Pasta Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that celebrates the flavors of summer. With sweet corn, colorful veggies, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing, this salad is perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a light meal any day of the week. Each bite delivers a delightful explosion of flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.

Ingredients

Scale

8 oz short pasta (like rotini or penne)
2 cups fresh corn (grilled or boiled)
1 cup red bell pepper (diced)
½ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
¼ cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 tsp chili powder
Salt to taste

Instructions

Boil water in a large pot. Add salt and pasta; cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool.
Grill or boil corn until tender; cool and cut kernels off the cob.
Dice red bell pepper and chop cilantro.
In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, corn, bell pepper, and cilantro.
In another bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, and salt. Pour over the salad.
Toss gently until everything is well coated. Serve chilled with extra lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 230mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: Customize with proteins like grilled chicken or black beans for added nutrition. For extra crunch, try adding diced avocado just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.