Creamy Corn Pasta Salad
This creamy pasta salad is probably my favorite pasta salad!
The creamy Cajun spiced sauce, the crispy pancetta and the sweet corn make every bite an explosion of flavors! The salad is perfect for a picnic, as a side dish, or as a main meal. I warn you, it’s hard to stop once you’ve tasted it!
- Servings: 4 to 6
- Preparation time: 25 minutes
- Cooking time: 5 minutes
Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can replace it with bacon, crispy prosciutto or omit it for a meatless version.
If you prefer, you can substitute the coriander for basil or parsley.
Cajun spices are a blend of seasonings traditionally used in Cajun cuisine of Louisiana. They typically contain paprika, garlic, onion, pepper, and thyme, and sometimes include hot pepper.
They have a slight heat but are not usually very spicy. The spiciness level depends on the blend and how much chili it contains.
Yes, it’s easy to prepare in advance. Store it in the refrigerator and stir it before serving. To liven up the texture, you can add a little mayonnaise or a drizzle of brine.
Ingredients
Creamy Cajun Dressing
- 2/3 cup (160 ml) mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) lime juice
- 2 teaspoons (10 mL) maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) Cajun spices
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 mL) salt
- Pepper, to taste
Corn pasta salad
- 180 g pancetta
- 450 g short pasta of your choice
- 3 cups fresh corn kernels, scraped off the cob (about 5 ears)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) coarsely chopped fresh cilantro (or fresh parsley)
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Preparation
Creamy Cajun Dressing
- In a small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients.
Corn pasta salad
- In a small non-stick frying pan heated over medium-high heat, cook the pancetta until golden brown. Cool on a plate.
- Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package directions. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine all the salad ingredients with the creamy dressing.
Note : This creamy pasta salad can easily be made vegetarian by replacing the pancetta with legumes!
