Healthy Street Corn Pasta Salad

Hi there, food lover! 👋 Ready to bring some bold, fresh street food vibes to your table? This Healthy Street Corn Pasta Salad is creamy, zesty, and full of summer flavor — with a lighter twist!

Ingredients:

For the Salad:

• 8 oz (about 2 cups) whole wheat or gluten-free pasta
• 1 1/2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed)
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup feta cheese or cotija (optional)
• 1 avocado, diced

For the Light Creamy Dressing:

• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise (or use more yogurt)
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/4 tsp cumin
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Cook the Pasta:
   Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. Prepare the Corn:
   If using fresh corn, grill or sauté for a smoky flavor. Otherwise, use canned (drained) or thawed frozen corn.
3. Mix the Dressing:
   In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayo, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until smooth.
4. Combine Everything:
   In a large mixing bowl, toss together pasta, corn, bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and avocado. Pour the dressing over and gently mix.
5. Top It Off:
   Sprinkle with feta or cotija if using. Chill for 15–30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Nutritional Information:

⏰ Prep Time: 15 mins | 🔥 Cook Time: 10 mins | ⏳ Total Time: 25 mins
⚡ Calories per serving: ~350 kcal | 🍽️ Servings: 4–6

Bon appétit and happy cooking! 👩🍳🍽️