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Tasty Elote Pasta Salad with Greek Yogurt

A delightful summer salad combining sweet corn, tangy Greek yogurt, pasta, and fresh ingredients for a perfect dish at family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Salad Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked pasta Use your favorite type, or even gluten-free
  • 1 cup sweet corn Fresh or canned
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes Halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion Finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro Chopped
  • 1 juice lime Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • salt and pepper To taste
  • cotija cheese Optional, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by boiling the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process, keeping the pasta al dente.
  2. In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked pasta, sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
  4. Pour the Greek yogurt dressing over the pasta mixture. Gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  5. Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to meld the flavors. When ready to serve, give it another gentle toss and garnish with cotija cheese, if desired.

Notes

Feel free to swap the cherry tomatoes with diced bell peppers for an extra crunch, or add jalapeños for heat. This salad is best enjoyed cold, perfect for summer picnics or barbecues.