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Elote Pasta Salad with Greek Yogurt


  • Author: jena
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful mix of Mexican street corn flavors and creamy pasta salad, perfect for summer picnics and BBQs.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 3 tbsp mayo
  • 1.5 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1.5 limes (zested and juiced)
  • 6.7 oz rotini
  • 2.5 cups corn
  • 2 tsp avocado oil
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • 2.5 cups chicken (shredded)
  • 1 cup cotija (crumbled)
  • 1/2 cup cilantro (chopped)
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
  2. Combine the Greek yogurt, mayo, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, lime zest, and lime juice in a large mixing bowl. Mix well until smooth.
  3. Heat the avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the corn and sauté for 5-7 minutes or until slightly charred. Add 1/4 tsp chili powder to the corn while cooking.
  4. Add the cooled corn to the mixing bowl with the yogurt mixture, followed by the cooked pasta and shredded chicken. Mix everything well.
  5. Fold in the crumbled cotija and chopped cilantro until evenly combined.
  6. Serve with extra lime wedges on the side.

Notes

Best served cold; letting it chill in the fridge for an hour enhances flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Mixed
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Elote, Pasta Salad, Greek Yogurt, Summer Recipe, BBQ, Side Dish