Fiesta Corn Pasta Salad: A Creamy Delight for Your Summer BBQ

Enjoy a colorful and delicious Fiesta Corn Pasta Salad, perfect for summer BBQs, combining corn, zesty Rotel, and creamy dressing for a flavor-packed dish.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Chill Time 2

Total Time 2 30

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

8 ounces Small Shell Pasta Any small pasta can be used.

For the Vegetables

15 ounces Whole Kernel Corn Canned, well-drained.
10 ounces Rotel Diced tomatoes and green chilies.
4 Green Onions Finely chopped.

For the Dressing

1 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
1 cup Sour Cream Can increase mayonnaise as a substitute if needed.

For the Cheese

1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Sharp cheddar is ideal.

Equipment

Large pot
Mixing bowl
Spatula
Plastic wrap

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook small shell pasta per package directions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
In a large mixing bowl, combine well-drained corn, Rotel, and green onions. Stir gently until mixed.
In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and gently fold until well combined.
Add shredded cheddar cheese and cooled pasta. Mix carefully to combine without mashing ingredients.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours before serving to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise and sour cream with Greek yogurt. Tweak spice levels with different Rotel varieties.

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