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Ditalini Pasta Salad

Ditalini Pasta Salad: A Creamy Twist for Summer Fun

This refreshing Ditalini Pasta Salad combines creamy dressing with crisp vegetables, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Ditalini Pasta or shell pasta as a substitute
  • 1 cup Celery chopped
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers diced, any sweet variety
  • 1 cup Onions chopped
  • 1 cup Cucumbers sliced
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar or lemon juice as an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar or honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard in a pinch
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • large bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the ditalini pasta. Cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
  2. Cool the Pasta: Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Let it drain well.
  3. Prepare the Dressing: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and Dijon mustard. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  4. Mix the Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the cooled ditalini pasta with celery, bell peppers, onions, and cucumbers.
  5. Combine Pasta and Dressing: Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables. Toss gently until everything is well-coated.
  6. Chill Before Serving: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is great for meal prep and gets better in the fridge as the flavors meld. Enjoy it chilled for the best taste.

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