Description
A refreshing and vibrant pasta salad featuring sweet corn, fresh herbs, and a zesty dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (your choice)
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (or canned)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and feta cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooled pasta to the vegetable mixture and pour the dressing over it.
- Toss everything together until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add avocado for extra creaminess.
- This salad can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg