Elote Corn Pasta Salad
Directions
- 1Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and cool.
- 2Season chicken with taco seasoning and olive oil. Sauté for 6–8 minutes on each side. Let it rest and chop.
- 3In a bowl, whisk together yogurt, mayonnaise, taco seasoning, lime juice, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and salt to make the dressing.
- 4Combine cooked pasta, chicken, corn, red onion, cilantro, and cotija cheese in a large bowl.
- 5Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- 6Divide the salad into meal prep containers.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta of choice
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast or thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 2 cups corn
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 0.5 cup cilantro, chopped
- 0.75 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1.5 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1.5 tsp taco seasoning
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
Equipment
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