Best The Best Creamy Pasta Salad Recipes

THE BEST CREAMY PASTA SALAD

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This is The BEST Creamy Pasta Salad you will ever make, promise. Thanks to one secret ingredient, this classic creamy pasta salad is infinitely more flavorful thank most recipes you'll find.

Provided by Nicole

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 lb rotini pasta
1 1/2 cups light mayo
1 1/2 tbsp beef bouillon paste
1/2 cup light sour cream
1/4 cup buttermilk, possibly more for thinning out
3 tbsp white wine vinegar
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 large red bell pepper, diced
1 large green pepper, diced
1/2 cup chopped red onion
4 cups halved cherry tomatoes

Steps:

Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Season with salt. Add the pasta and give it a stir. Cook until aldente (it should have a slight bite to it). Drain and rinse under cold water until chilled.
Add mayo and beef bouillon to a large bowl. Whisk until smooth. Add the sour cream, buttermilk, vinegar, and salt. Whisk until smooth. Add the pasta. Toss until completely coated. If needed, add a little bit of buttermilk to thin the dressing out. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Add in peppers, red onion, and tomatoes. Toss. Again, season with salt and pepper. Serve right away or chill until read to serve. If you do chill it, before serving, give it a stir, if needed, add a little bit of buttermilk to thin out the dressing as needed.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 292 kcal, Carbohydrate 43 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 572 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g

CREAMY PASTA SALAD RECIPE

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Are you looking for delicious homemade pasta salad with mayo? Look no further, I have got you covered with this creamy pasta salad recipe. It is easy, delicious and uses a handful of vegetables, it is a perfect summer dish. This recipe can be served warm or cold.

Provided by Ajoke

Categories Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 lb (450g) Fusilli pasta: any short pasta would work for this recipe
1 cup diced Red pepper (I used a large red bell pepper)
⅓ cup chopped celery (from 1 celery stalk)
½ cup feta cheese crumbled: substitute with good old cheddar cheese or mozzarella pearls.
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
⅓ cup diced red onions
1 cup cucumber chopped
1 teaspoon dried dill (substitute for fresh dill)
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Green onions to garnish
1 cup light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Lemon juice or as needed

Steps:

Cook the pasta in salted water according to the directions on the packet. Pasta should still be firm to bite. Drain and rinse the pasta under cold water, set aside and leave until completely cool. Make sure you drain any excess water.
Add the cooled pasta to a large bowl, add chopped celery, diced red bell pepper, chopped cucumber, cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese.
Then add the juice of one medium lemon on top of the pasta and vegetables. Add mayonnaise, dill, salt and pepper and mix until combined. Place the pasta salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to build flavour. Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 26 mg, Sodium 645 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY PASTA SALAD

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"I love creating new and tasty foods, including this popular side-dish salad," Lori Menard writes from Omaha, Nebraska. "I make it often for my husband and me, especially during the summer months. If you add some cooked chicken breast, you can make this a meal for two."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup cooked spiral pasta
1/3 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons chopped onion
3 tablespoons chopped cucumber
3 tablespoons chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons sliced pepperoncini
2 radishes, sliced
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup ranch salad dressing

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 1021mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

THE BEST CREAMY PASTA SALAD RECIPE

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The absolute BEST Creamy Pasta Salad made with broccoli, cucumbers, olives, cheese, red onion, red pepper, and broccoli then tossed in a sweet and tangy dressing. This is the perfect pasta salad for parties and potlucks!

Provided by Elyse

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package Ditalini pasta (or whatever pasta you have on hand)
1 cup broccoli florets (chopped)
1/2 red onion (minced)
1 red bell pepper (minced)
1 cucumber (diced)
1 (3.8 ounce) can sliced olives (drained)
1 cup block Colby Jack cheese (cubed)
1 cup Mayonnaise
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Rinse well with cold water until pasta is cold.
Place cooked and cooled pasta in a large mixing or serving bowl.
Mix in broccoli florets, red onion, red bell pepper, cucumber, sliced olives and cheese.
Whisk together all dressing ingredients and pour over pasta and other ingredients.
Gently fold in dressing until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Cover with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.