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Creamy Pasta Salad

A delightful creamy pasta salad featuring rotini pasta, fresh vegetables, and a rich dressing, perfect for any gathering.
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Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: creamy pasta salad, pasta recipe, summer salad, quick meals
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup black olives sliced
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  • Drain and rinse the pasta under cold water.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and bell pepper.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and Dijon mustard.
  • Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables.
  • Toss everything together gently until well coated.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Chill the pasta salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • Before serving, stir and garnish with fresh parsley.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 3g