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Spring Pasta Salad

Fresh Spring Pasta Salad - Vibrant, Healthy & Make-Ahead

This vibrant Spring Pasta Salad is a must-try, packed with fresh ingredients and perfect for picnics.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Rotini or Bowtie Pasta Cooked until al dente
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced, firm
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Diced, any color
  • 1 cup Sweet Peas Frozen or fresh
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Pearls Substitute feta if desired
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Can substitute with plant-based yogurt
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Light or vegan mayo can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Can substitute with white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Can swap for yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar or Honey Adjust or skip for healthier option
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • medium bowl
  • Clear serving dish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Toss with olive oil and set aside to cool.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and sugar or honey until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a clear bowl, layer half of the cooled pasta, then add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, peas, and mozzarella.
  4. Evenly pour the dressing over the top layer without stirring. This keeps the layers intact.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  6. Before serving, optionally garnish with fresh herbs. Toss gently or serve layered.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for picnics or potlucks, serve chilled for the best flavor. Keep the dressing separate until just before serving.

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