The Best Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad Recipe - Creative Homemaking

Ingredients

• 8 oz rotini or elbow macaroni pasta
• 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels (thawed if frozen)
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
• 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese (or feta)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion or green onions
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
• Extra Cotija cheese, lime wedges, chili powder, and cilantro for garnish