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Creamy Summer Pasta Salad

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350
A delicious, fresh, and flavorful side dish perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8 ounces rigatoni pasta (or your favorite pasta shape)

Vegetables

  • 1 cup cucumber (diced)
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes (halved)
  • ½ cup red onion (finely chopped)
  • ½ cup bell pepper (diced)
  • ½ cup frozen peas (thawed)
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Dressing

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • ½ cup crispy bacon bits (optional)

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and cool.
  • Chop vegetables and thaw peas. Cook bacon if using.
  • Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper.
  • Add pasta, vegetables, and cheese to a bowl. Pour dressing and toss.
  • Add bacon bits if using and toss again.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving chilled.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the salad sit overnight in the fridge.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12.00
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pasta