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Indulgent Creamy Ditalini Pasta Salad: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Dish

This creamy ditalini pasta salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish, perfect for gatherings or as a side.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups ditalini pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients: rinse ditalini pasta, chop tomatoes, dice cucumber, chop onion, and thaw peas.
  2. Cook the ditalini pasta in boiling salted water for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  3. Make the creamy dressing by whisking mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar together.
  4. Combine cooked pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and peas in a bowl, then add dressing and toss gently.
  5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Garnish with parsley, stir gently, and serve.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
  • For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: pasta salad, creamy salad, ditalini, side dish, vegetarian