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Pasta Salad

Easy Creamy Pasta Salad

A creamy, refreshing pasta salad packed with crisp vegetables and a tangy homemade dressing. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, and family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Base
  • 3 cups rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • ½ cup red bell pepper diced
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • ½ cup sweet corn kernels
  • ¼ cup black olives sliced
  • 2 tablespoons parsley chopped
  • Dressing
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until tender. Drain and rinse with cool water.
  2. Chop cucumber, tomatoes, peppers, and onions into small pieces.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, olive oil, mustard, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine pasta and vegetables in a large bowl.
  5. Pour dressing over the mixture and gently toss until coated.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Chill the salad before serving for the best flavor.
  • Add grilled chicken or cheese for extra protein.
  • If the salad thickens too much, stir in a spoon of yogurt or mayo.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.