Ingredients
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- 3 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups fresh or frozen corn, grilled or roasted
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese or feta (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ½ cup diced chicken ham
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, drain, and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
- Grill or roast the corn: Brush fresh corn with oil and grill until charred, or roast frozen corn in the oven at 200°C (400°F) for 10–12 minutes. Cool slightly.
- Cook turkey bacon and chicken ham: In a skillet over medium heat, cook turkey bacon until crispy, drain, and crumble. Dice chicken ham and sauté lightly for 2–3 minutes.
- Prepare the dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix pasta, corn, bell peppers, green onions, turkey bacon, and chicken ham. Pour in the dressing and toss to coat evenly.
- Add cheese and garnish: Sprinkle crumbled cotija or feta and fresh cilantro. Mix lightly.
- Chill and serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
For extra flavor, roast the bell peppers before adding them.
Adjust spices according to your taste preference.
Can be made vegetarian by omitting turkey bacon and chicken ham.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 20