Creamy Cheesy Pasta Salad
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dish with this Creamy Cheesy Pasta Salad—a delightful blend of tender pasta, fresh veggies, and a luscious two-cheese dressing. Perfectly cooked rotini or bowtie pasta is tossed in a rich, velvety dressing made with a mix of mayonnaise, sour cream, and a splash of milk, then elevated with sharp cheddar and nutty Parmesan cheeses. Fresh cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, sweet peas, and a hint of red onion add a burst of flavor and vibrant color, while parsley and a touch of garlic powder bring a fragrant finish. This make-ahead pasta salad is easy to prepare, comes together in under 30 minutes, and is ideal for summer picnics, potlucks, or as a refreshing side dish. Serve it cold for an irresistible, creamy, and cheesy crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta (rotini or bowtie)
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium Cucumber (diced)
- 0.25 cup Red onion (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cup Peas (frozen, thawed)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
Instructions
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool the pasta.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and milk to create a creamy dressing.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to the dressing. Mix until well combined.
Add the cooked and cooled pasta to the bowl. Toss to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy dressing.
Fold in the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and peas. Mix gently to distribute the vegetables throughout the salad.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley on top and give it a final toss to combine.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Serve cold and enjoy your creamy cheesy pasta salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2762 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.0 g | 236% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.1 g | 350% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 396 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 5292 mg | 230% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.4 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.1 g | ||
| Protein | 108.0 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2468 mg | 190% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1528 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
