Cucumber Dill Pasta Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing Cucumber Dill Pasta Salad—a perfect combination of crisp veggies, tender rotini pasta, and a creamy, tangy dressing bursting with fresh dill and lemon. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this summer-ready side dish features cool sliced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and a luscious blend of sour cream, mayonnaise, and olive oil spiced with garlic powder and black pepper. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or light lunches, this chilled pasta salad offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Let it rest in the fridge to enhance its zesty, herb-infused goodness and serve it as a cooling companion to grilled meats or sandwiches. Whether you're hosting a barbecue or simply craving something fresh, this Cucumber Dill Pasta Salad will be a crowd-pleasing addition to your repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 large cucumber
- 2 tbsp fresh dill
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool it down. Set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Peel the cucumber if desired and slice it into thin half-moons. Finely chop the red onion. Set both aside.
In a large mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the sour cream, mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Chop the fresh dill finely and add it to the dressing. Mix well to incorporate the flavors.
Add the cooled pasta, sliced cucumber, and chopped red onion to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a quick toss and taste for seasoning. Adjust with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve chilled and enjoy your refreshing Cucumber Dill Pasta Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
292 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.7 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 17 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 470 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 145 mg | 3% | |
*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.
