Macaroni, Corn, Tomato & Basil Salad Recipe

Name: Macaroni, Corn, Tomato & Basil Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup uncooked elbow macaroni (about 3 1/2 ounces); 4 medium tomatoes, cut into thin wedges; 5 green onions, thinly sliced; 1 cup thin slices halved English cucumber; 1 cup fresh corn kernels or 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed; 1 cup packed fresh basil leaf; ⅓ cup plain nonfat yogurt; 3 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise; 1 ½ tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 cloves garlic, peeled

Servings: persons

1
Boil salted water in medium saucepan.
2
Add macaroni to boiling water just until tender but still firm, drain.
3
Rinse under cold water.
4
Drain well.
5
Place macaroni in large bowl.
6
Add tomatoes, green onions, cucumber and corn.
7
Combine basil, yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice and garlic in processor until basil is finely chopped.
8
Mix basil dressing with macaroni mixture and toss to blend.
9
Add salt and pepper to taste.
10
(Can be prepared 4 hours ahead.
11
Cover and refrigerate.
12
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231

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup uncooked elbow macaroni (about 3 1/2 ounces), 4 medium tomatoes, cut into thin wedges, 5 green onions, thinly sliced, 1 cup thin slices halved English cucumber, and more.

Yes, Macaroni, Corn, Tomato & Basil Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Macaroni, Corn, Tomato & Basil Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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