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High Protein Elote Pasta Salad

High Protein Elote Pasta Salad: A Flavor-Packed Summer Treat

High Protein Elote Pasta Salad combines Mexican street corn flavors with hearty pasta, making it a creamy and delicious dish perfect for summer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz pasta opt for protein pasta for an extra boost
  • 4.5 cups corn charred for authentic elote taste
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese feta works as a substitute
  • 1/2 unit red onion diced for crunch and sweetness
  • 1/2 cup cilantro fresh herb for flavor
  • 1 unit jalapeño seeded and minced
  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt use Fage 2% for consistency
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise Hellmann's is preferred
  • 1 unit lime zest and juice for flavor
  • 3/4 tsp chili powder
  • 3/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For Serving
  • extra lime wedges for garnish
  • chopped additional herbs like parsley or extra cilantro

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and toss with olive oil to cool.
  2. Prepare vegetables: dice red onion, seed and mince jalapeño, chop cilantro, and zest and juice lime.
  3. Char corn in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 3-6 minutes until caramelized.
  4. Make dressing by mixing Greek yogurt and mayonnaise, then whisk in lime zest and juice with spices.
  5. Combine cooled pasta, charred corn, diced onion, minced jalapeño, cilantro, and cotija cheese in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat.
  6. Let salad rest for 10-15 minutes at room temperature to meld flavors before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, cool pasta fully before adding dressing to avoid a watery salad.

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