Description

This Healthy Creamy Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together tender pasta, crisp vegetables, and a light Greek yogurt dressing. Perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or quick weeknight dinners, it offers a satisfying taste without the guilt. Bursting with color and flavor, this easy-to-make salad is sure to please everyone around the table.

Ingredients

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8 oz short pasta (like fusilli or rotini)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
3/4 cup Greek yogurt
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
While the pasta cools, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion.
In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped veggies and pour the dressing over. Toss until well-coated.
Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: Customize with seasonal veggies or add proteins like grilled chicken or chickpeas for added nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; enjoy cold.