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Healthy Cucumber Pasta Salad

Delicious Healthy Cucumber Pasta Salad for Refreshing Summer Days

Enjoy a light and refreshing Healthy Cucumber Pasta Salad perfect for summer gatherings with vibrant flavors and crisp textures.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dishes
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large English Cucumber No peeling required; can substitute with regular cucumbers or Persian cucumbers.
  • 2 cups Pasta (e.g., rotini or bowtie) Cooked al dente and rinsed with cold water.
  • 1 small Red Onion Soaked in cold water to mellow flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Gently salt cucumbers before draining.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Yogurt Greek yogurt can add thickness.
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Use light mayo for a lighter version.
  • 2 tablespoons Dill Fresh is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Adjust to taste.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Any color you prefer.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved for easy eating.
  • 1 medium Avocado Add just before serving to prevent browning.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • colander
  • pot
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine yogurt, mayonnaise, dill, and lemon juice. Stir until smooth.
  2. Thinly slice the red onion and soak in cold water for 10-15 minutes, then drain and dry.
  3. Bring salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse.
  4. Halve the cucumber lengthwise, scoop out seeds, slice, sprinkle with salt, and let drain for 30 minutes.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, drained cucumbers, soaked onions, and optional add-ins. Toss gently.
  6. Pour dressing over the salad mixture and fold in gently, adjusting seasoning to taste.
  7. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Salt cucumbers and let drain for at least 30 minutes to ensure salad remains crisp.

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