Description
Elevate your meals with this Easy Pasta Salad Recipe, a delightful blend of colorful vegetables and creamy dressing that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or quick meal prep, this salad is not only delicious but also incredibly versatile. Packed with fresh ingredients and topped with savory cheese, every bite bursts with flavor. In just 20 minutes, you can create a dish that stays fresh in the fridge for up to three days—ideal for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings. Customize it to your liking by adding your favorite veggies or proteins for a personal touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz uncooked mini pasta shells
- 2 mini cucumbers, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 oz colby jack cheese, cubed
- 3 Tbsp red onion, finely chopped
- 8 oz turkey bacon, cooked
- 2/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 Tbsp sour cream
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the mini pasta shells according to package instructions; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, sour cream, milk, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Prepare turkey bacon until crispy and cut into pieces.
- Slice cucumbers and halve cherry tomatoes while finely chopping red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with vegetables, cheese cubes, and turkey bacon. Pour dressing over and mix well.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg