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Elote Pasta Salad Greek Yogurt

Elote Pasta Salad Greek Yogurt: A Creamy Summer Delight

Enjoy a lighter take on a classic Mexican street food with this Elote Pasta Salad Greek Yogurt, packed with vibrant flavors and a creamy, protein-rich dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt full-fat for best texture
  • 2 tablespoons Mayo optional
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust to spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 2 limes Limes for juice and zest
Salad
  • 8 ounces Rotini Barilla recommended
  • 2 cups Corn charred for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil
  • 1 cup Shredded Chicken rotisserie chicken recommended
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese for garnish
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro for garnish
  • 4 limes Lime Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot
  • baking sheet
  • Measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayo, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, lime juice, and zest until smooth.
  2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook rotini for 8-10 minutes or until al dente, then drain.
  3. Toss corn with avocado oil and chili powder, spread on a baking sheet and broil for 3-4 minutes until charred.
  4. In the bowl with the dressing, mix in cooked rotini, charred corn, shredded chicken, and cotija cheese, folding in cilantro.
  5. Transfer to a serving dish, garnishing with more cotija cheese and cilantro, serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Add sliced jalapeños for an extra kick. Refrigerate the salad for at least an hour before serving for best flavor melding.

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