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Corn Pasta Salad with Bacon and Creamy Pesto Dressing

Delicious Corn Pasta Salad with Bacon and Creamy Pesto Dressing

Try this Corn Pasta Salad with Bacon and Creamy Pesto Dressing for a fresh, vibrant dish perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Orecchiette pasta or fusilli or farfalle for variety
  • 1 cup Corn kernels cooked from about 2 ears
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper or any bell pepper or zucchini
  • 6 slices Bacon can be replaced with smoked tofu for vegetarian option
  • 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro or parsley or green onions
For the Dressing
  • 0.5 cup Basil pesto store-bought or homemade
  • 0.5 cup Greek yogurt or plain yogurt or sour cream
  • 0.25 cup Mayonnaise or more Greek yogurt or vegan mayo
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice freshly squeezed for best taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mason jar
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Colander

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orecchiette pasta and cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
Making the Dressing
  1. In a mason jar, combine basil pesto, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and lime juice. Tighten the lid and shake vigorously until creamy.
Cooking the Bacon
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon for about 5-7 minutes until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
Combining Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, combine pasta, corn, diced bell pepper, and bacon. Fold gently.
Dressing the Salad
  1. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and carefully toss until well coated.
Serving
  1. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately, warm or chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best served cold but can also be enjoyed warm. Adjust the dressing to taste and store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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