Description
Healthy Street Corn Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the sweetness of grilled corn with creamy avocado, zesty lime, and fresh cilantro. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight meals, this colorful salad is sure to impress your guests while offering a delightful crunch in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole grain or gluten-free pasta
- 2 ears of grilled corn, kernels removed
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese (or vegan alternative)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Grill the corn over medium heat for about 10 minutes until charred. Remove kernels from the cob.
- In a large bowl, combine diced avocado, red onion, cilantro, and corn.
- Toss the cooled pasta into the mixing bowl with veggies. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice.
- Add feta cheese and season with salt and pepper. Gently mix without mashing the avocado.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Feel free to add black beans or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor. For a vegan version, skip the cheese or use a dairy-free alternative. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days—no reheating needed.