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Street Corn Pasta Salad with Cilantro Pesto & Goat Cheese

Street Corn Pasta Salad with Cilantro Pesto & Goat Cheese


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  • Author: Lucille
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Street Corn Pasta Salad with Cilantro Pesto & Goat Cheese, a refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or a delightful lunch at home. This salad features sweet roasted corn, creamy goat cheese, and zesty cilantro pesto, creating a symphony of tastes and colors that will impress your friends and family. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, its versatility makes it an ideal addition to any meal. With nutritious ingredients packed into every bite, this pasta salad is not just appetizing but also a healthy choice for your table. Prepare it ahead of time for easy lunches throughout the week or enjoy it fresh—either way, your taste buds will rejoice.


Ingredients

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  • 2 large ears of corn
  • 8 ounces bow tie pasta
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • ½ avocado
  • ⅓ cup goat cheese
  • 1 cup cilantro leaves
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 jalapeño

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to high and drizzle corn with oil; season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Grill corn for about 10 minutes until charred; cool and cut off kernels.
  3. Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and rinse.
  4. In a food processor, blend cilantro leaves, cashews, lime juice, garlic, jalapeño, oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Combine pasta with pesto in a large mixing bowl; mix well.
  6. Fold in grilled corn, diced bell pepper, avocado chunks, goat cheese crumbles.
  7. Chill before serving or enjoy immediately.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg