Description
A refreshing pasta salad with crisp vegetables, tender pasta, and a creamy herb dressing perfect for picnics and gatherings.
Ingredients
12 oz rotini pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup black olives, sliced
1 cup cheddar cheese, cubed
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, black olives, and cheddar cheese.
Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Step 4: Add cooled pasta to the vegetable mixture, then pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Step 5: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Side Dish
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 14g