Creamy Pasta Salad
Creamy Pasta Salad is a delightful dish that effortlessly combines rich flavors and fresh textures, making it the perfect addition to any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz short pasta (rotini or penne)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup chopped fresh vegetables (bell peppers, cucumbers, red onions)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, salt, and pepper; whisk until smooth.
- Add cooled pasta and chopped vegetables to the dressing; mix gently until well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg