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Cucumber Pasta Salad

Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad

A refreshing and easy pasta salad perfect for a light lunch or side dish. The creamy dressing complements the crisp cucumber and red onion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 ounces Pasta (rotini, farfalle, or penne)
  • 1 large Cucumber peeled, seeded, and diced
  • 1/2 cup Red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons White wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. While pasta cooks, combine diced cucumber and red onion in a large bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, vinegar, dill, parsley, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Add the cooled pasta to the bowl with cucumber and red onion.
  5. Pour dressing over the pasta and vegetables.
  6. Gently toss to combine.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Serve chilled and garnish with extra dill or parsley, if desired.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use full-fat Greek yogurt and mayonnaise. You can add other vegetables like bell peppers or cherry tomatoes. To make it vegan, substitute vegan mayonnaise and yogurt.