Vegan Street Corn Pasta Salad
Transform your favorite summertime flavors into a vibrant plant-based dish with this Vegan Street Corn Pasta Salad! This recipe combines al dente rotini or fusilli pasta with smoky, charred corn kernels, all coated in a creamy vegan mayonnaise and lime dressing infused with bold spices like smoked paprika and chili powder. Topped with fresh cilantro, tangy vegan feta (optional), and crisp green onions, every bite bursts with zesty, savory goodness. Perfect as a gluten-free option (if using GF pasta) and ready in just 30 minutes, this chilled salad is ideal for picnics, potlucks, or as a refreshing side. Packed with flavor yet easy to prepare, this vegan twist on street corn is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces rotini or fusilli pasta (gluten-free if needed)
- 3 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup vegan feta cheese (optional)
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, rinse with cool water, and set aside.
If using fresh or frozen corn, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn kernels and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they’re lightly charred. If using canned corn, drain well and skip the cooking step.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together vegan mayonnaise, lime juice, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Add the cooked pasta, charred corn, vegan feta (if using), cilantro, and green onions into the bowl with the dressing. Toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. For extra zing, you can add an extra squeeze of lime or a pinch of chili powder.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2774 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.2 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.0 g | 145% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 25.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 3768 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 416.4 g | 151% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.2 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.4 g | ||
| Protein | 78.8 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 251 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 2675 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
