Description
A refreshing and creamy pasta salad featuring cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and a tangy dressing, perfect for warm weather.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces rotini pasta
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, dried dill, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add the cooled pasta to the vegetable mixture, then pour the dressing over the top. Gently toss until everything is well coated.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, give the salad a good stir and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For added crunch, consider mixing in some diced bell peppers or shredded carrots.
- Substitute the Greek yogurt with sour cream for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg