Looking for a fresh, colorful dish that's perfect for cookouts, potlucks, taco night, or an easy weeknight dinner? This Street Corn Pasta recipe from Big Mama's customer Lorie H. combines all the bold flavors of Mexican street corn with tender rotini pasta for a crowd-pleasing salad that's as easy to make as it is delicious.
The secret ingredient? Big Mama's Calamondin Vinaigrette, which brings bright citrus flavor and just the right amount of tang to tie everything together.
Street Corn Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 box rotini pasta, cooked according to package directions
- 2 bags frozen fire-roasted corn, heated
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 4 limes
- 1 bottle Big Mama's Calamondin Vinaigrette
- 1–2 jalapeños, diced (optional, for extra heat)
- 1 block queso fresco or Cotija cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
Directions
- Cook the rotini according to the package directions. Drain and allow it to cool slightly.
- Heat the fire-roasted corn according to the package instructions.
- In a large serving bowl, combine the pasta, corn, green onions, cilantro, jalapeños (if using), and crumbled cheese.
- Add the lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, and the entire bottle of Big Mama's Calamondin Vinaigrette.
- Toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for an hour to let the flavors meld before serving.
Make It Your Own
This recipe is incredibly versatile. Try adding:
- Grilled chicken for a complete meal
- Black beans for extra protein and fiber
- Diced avocado just before serving
- Extra Cotija cheese and cilantro as a garnish
- A dash of hot sauce if you like more heat
Perfect for Every Gathering
Whether you're headed to a backyard barbecue, packing for a picnic, or feeding a hungry family, this Street Corn Pasta is guaranteed to disappear quickly. It's fresh, colorful, and packed with bright citrus flavor in every bite.
A big thank you to Lorie H. for sharing this delicious recipe with the Big Mama family. We love seeing the creative ways our customers use Big Mama's dressings in their own kitchens.
Have a favorite recipe featuring one of Big Mama's dressings? We'd love to see it—you might be featured on our website next!
