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Creamy Pasta Salad

This Creamy Pasta Salad is the perfect combination of tender pasta, fresh vegetables, and a luscious, tangy dressing.
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Equipment

  • Large pot
  • - Strainer
  • - Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • - Large serving bowl

Ingredients
  

  • #### For the Salad:
  • - 12 oz 340g pasta (rotini, penne, or shells work great)
  • - 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • - 1 cup cucumber diced
  • - 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • - 1/2 cup diced bell peppers any color
  • - 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • #### For the Creamy Dressing:
  • - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • - 1/4 cup sour cream
  • - 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • - 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • - 1 tbsp honey
  • - 1 tsp garlic powder
  • - 1/2 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • - 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • **Cook the Pasta:** Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  • **Prepare the Dressing:** In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
  • **Combine Ingredients:** In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, carrots, bell peppers, and parsley.
  • **Toss with Dressing:** Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables. Toss until everything is evenly coated.
  • **Chill and Serve:** Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.