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Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad

Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad
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Creamy Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and delightful dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This pasta salad combines the sweetness of fresh corn with a creamy dressing, zesty lime, and a hint of spice, making it the perfect side for family gatherings or weeknight dinners. With its colorful ingredients and delicious flavor profile, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also highly customizable to suit your taste. Whether served warm or chilled, it’s sure to impress everyone at your table!

Ingredients

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  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1–2 grated garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives (chopped)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3/4 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
  • 1 pound short pasta
  • 1 head romaine lettuce (shredded)
  • 2 cups grilled or roasted corn (from 3–4 fresh ears)
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil (torn)
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup spicy cheddar cheese (diced)
  • 1 avocado (diced)
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1/2 to 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (adjust to preference)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise or yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix room temperature cream cheese, sour cream, olive oil, grated garlic, chives, salt, pepper, and crumbled cheese until smooth.
  2. Cook short pasta according to package instructions; drain and combine with the dressing.
  3. Stir in shredded romaine, corn, basil, cilantro, diced cheese, and avocado.
  4. For the chili butter: Melt butter in a skillet; add paprika and chili powder; cook until fragrant.
  5. For lime mayo: Mix mayonnaise and lime juice together.
  6. Serve the salad drizzled with lime mayo and topped with chili butter.

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