Easy Elote Pasta Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Dressing
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½ cup mayonnaise
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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Juice from 1 lime
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½ teaspoon chili powder
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½ teaspoon cumin
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½ teaspoon paprika
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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Cayenne pepper to taste (optional)
→ For the Elote Pasta Salad
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340g (12 oz) dry farfalle pasta (gluten-free optional)
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450g (16 oz) frozen fire-roasted corn, thawed
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¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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¼ cup green onion or red onion, chopped
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⅓ cup cotija cheese, crumbled, plus extra for garnish
# Instructions:
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Cook pasta in heavily salted water until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
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In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, paprika, kosher salt, black pepper and cayenne (if using) until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
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In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked pasta, thawed fire-roasted corn, chopped cilantro, chopped green onion, and crumbled cotija cheese.
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Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss thoroughly with tongs until evenly coated. Garnish with additional cilantro and cotija cheese before serving.
# Notes:
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This pasta salad is inspired by Mexican street corn (elote) flavors and makes an excellent side dish for barbecues or potlucks.