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Creamy Ditalini Pasta Salad

Creamy Ditalini Pasta Salad: Your New Favorite Summer Side

This Creamy Ditalini Pasta Salad is a refreshing twist on a classic, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Ditalini Pasta Cooked al dente
  • 0.5 tablespoon Salt For boiling water
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper (Red or Green) Chopped
  • 0.5 cup Red Onion Chopped
  • 1 cup Celery Chopped
  • 1 cup English Cucumber Chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Or honey mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust according to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or fresh minced garlic
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Ditalini Pasta Salad
  1. Cook the ditalini pasta in salted water for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Chop bell pepper, red onion, celery, and cucumber into small pieces and mix them in a large bowl.
  3. Whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
  4. Add the cooled pasta to the vegetables, pour the dressing over, and toss until well combined.
  5. Chill the pasta salad in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
  6. Stir the salad before serving and enjoy it with your favorite summer dishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill the salad for at least one hour before serving. Customize with additional vegetables or proteins if desired.

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