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Corn Pasta Salad

Corn Pasta Salad: A Creamy, Crunchy Summer Delight

This Corn Pasta Salad is a creamy, crunchy summer delight that combines fresh ingredients and rich flavors for a perfect dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Orecchiette Pasta Can substitute with fusilli or farfalle
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Fresh or frozen (thawed)
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Diced
  • 4 slices Bacon Cooked and crumbled, can use turkey bacon or omit
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped, parsley can substitute
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Basil Pesto Store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Sour cream or extra mayonnaise can substitute
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Vegan mayo can substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Lemon juice can substitute

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mason jar
  • colander
  • mixing bowl
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. Prepare the dressing by combining basil pesto, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and lime juice in a mason jar. Shake until smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, and crispy bacon.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish can be served warm or chilled and is perfect for potlucks or meal prep. Store in an airtight container.

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