Time to Up your Pasta Game!
Prepare to be wowed by the most flavorful grilled corn sauce spicy pasta you’ve ever tasted! This dish is not just a feast for your taste buds but also a colorful delight for your eyes, making it the ultimate summertime meal. Perfect for those who adore a good pasta recipe with a twist of Mexican flair.
Imagine bow tie pasta, perfectly cooked and tossed in a creamy, high protein corn pasta sauce that’s bursting with fresh off-the-grill corn flavor. Then we add fresh cherry tomatoes and spinach to the mix, creating a vibrant and nutritious meal that’s both satisfying and exciting.
And there’s more! The pasta is topped off with plant-based chicken and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella cheese, transforming it into a hearty dish that’s packed with protein and oozing with cheesy goodness. Whether you’re a fan of Mexican pasta or simply looking for a new pasta recipe to adore, this recipe is bound to impress.
Inspired by the zesty and creamy elements of Mexican street corn, this dish brings together the best of both worlds. It’s the perfect way to up your pasta game, whether you’re looking to meal prep for the week or whip up a quick and delightful dinner for your family or friends.
It’s incredibly easy to make, requires minimal prep time, and is the ideal serving size to share with your BFF, family, or SO. Or, feel free to enjoy this bowl of deliciousness all by yourself—no sharing required!
Macros Per Serving
469 Cal | 63g Carbs | 11g Fat | 33g Protein
Recipe Card
Grilled Corn Sauce Spicy Pasta
Ingredients
- 112 g Protein Pasta (Barilla)
- 180 g Frozen Sweet Corn (H-E-B)
- Olive Oil Spray
- 90 g Meatless Chick’n Strips (Gardein)
Corn Sauce:
- 110 g Low Fat Cottage Cheese (Good Culture)
- ½ of the Grilled Corn
- ½ Jalapeño
- 3-4 tsp Garlic
- 2-4 tbsp Pasta Reserve Water
- ½ Lime (juiced)
Pasta:
- 35 g Fresh Spinach
- 6-8 Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
- Remaining Grilled Corn
- Boiled Pasta
- Pasta Sauce
- 28 g Fat Free Mozzarella (H-E-B)
- 20 g Calabrian Chili Peppers (Tutto Calabrian)
Instructions
Boil Pasta:
- Boil your pasta according to package instructions. Save some pasta water. Strain and rinse the pasta and set aside.112 g (1 cups) Protein Pasta
Grilled Corn:
- Meanwhile, add your corn to a baking sheet and spray with olive oil. Air fry or bake at 375° for 8-10 mins until some start to char but not burn.180 g (1 cups) Frozen Sweet Corn, Olive Oil Spray
Meatless Chicken:
- In a pan, add more olive oil spray and cook your frozen meatless chicken strips according to package instructions.90 g (3 oz) Meatless Chick’n Strips
Pasta Sauce:
- Add your ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.110 g (.5 cups) Low Fat Cottage Cheese, 1/2 of the Grilled Corn, 1/2 Jalapeño, 3-4 tsp Garlic, 1/2 Lime
- Add more or less pasta water to get desired consistency. You don’t want it runny but not too thick either so start off small and add more as you go.2-4 tbsp Pasta Reserve Water
- In a large pan, add in 1/4 cup of water and sauté your spinach until wilted on low to medium heat.35 g (1 cups) Fresh Spinach
- Then add in the cherry tomatoes, the rest of your corn, and your boiled pasta. Give it all a good mix.6-8 (0.75 cups) Cherry Tomatoes, Remaining Grilled Corn, Boiled Pasta
- Turn heat to low and add in your pasta sauce. Toss it well before adding in the cheese and Calabrian peppers.Pasta Sauce, 28 g (0.25 cups) Fat Free Mozzarella, 20 g (1.5 tbsp) Calabrian Chili Peppers
- Serve into two portions with your cooked meatless chicken. Sprinkled with crushed red pepper and dig in!
Video Tutorial
Nutrition Information
The Nutrition Facts above are specific to the ingredients I chose to use for this recipe.
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