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Cucumber Pasta Salad with Creamy Balsamic Dressing

Refreshing Cucumber Pasta Salad with Creamy Balsamic Dressing

This Cucumber Pasta Salad with Creamy Balsamic Dressing captures summer's spirit with fresh ingredients and a creamy dressing, perfect for picnics.
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Prep Time 18 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 58 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cooked Drained Pasta Gluten-free options: brown rice or chickpea pasta
  • 2 medium Diced Cucumbers Persian cucumbers add extra crunch
  • 2 medium Diced Roma Tomatoes Cherry tomatoes can be used if Roma is not available
  • 1 medium Purple Onion Adjust to taste preference
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Fresh Basil Parsley can replace basil if needed
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayo Greek yogurt for a lighter alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Agave syrup can be substituted
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar Zesty Italian dressing can bring a new twist
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing Bowl
  • measuring cups
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the pasta by boiling salted water, adding pasta, and cooking for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and cool.
  2. Dice cucumbers and tomatoes; chop onion and basil. Combine in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Whisk together mayo, honey, balsamic vinegar, and salt until smooth to make the dressing.
  4. Combine vegetables and cooled pasta, pour dressing over, and gently toss to coat.
  5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Serve chilled, garnished with additional basil leaves, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is ideal for meal prep, lasting in the fridge for up to 3-4 days, with flavors that develop over time.

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