Description
Creamy Pasta Salad is a vibrant and delicious dish that combines fresh vegetables with a rich, creamy dressing. Ideal for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a refreshing side, this salad balances tangy flavors with a hint of sweetness. The colorful ingredients not only make it visually appealing but also ensure every bite is satisfying. With quick preparation and versatile serving options, this Creamy Pasta Salad is bound to be a hit at any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12–16 ounces garden rotini pasta (cooked)
- ½ medium red onion (minced)
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- ½ pint grape tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper (diced)
- 3 tablespoons Italian vinaigrette dressing
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 + 1/4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon white sugar
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Italian dressing, Cajun seasoning, black pepper, and white sugar until smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta, red onion, cucumber, grape tomatoes, and yellow bell pepper to the dressing mixture. Toss until everything is well coated.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 1-3 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled as a side dish or enjoy it on its own.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg