Dijon Pasta Salad
Creamy, tangy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Dijon Pasta Salad is the perfect dish to elevate your next picnic or potluck. Packed with wholesome ingredients like al dente fusilli, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and sweet bell peppers, every bite delivers a refreshing crunch. The star of the show is the irresistibly creamy Dijon dressing, made with a luscious blend of Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, olive oil, and a hint of white wine vinegar for a zesty kick. Finished with fresh parsley and optional Parmesan cheese for a savory touch, this pasta salad is quick to prepare and chills beautifully, making it an excellent make-ahead dish. Serve it as a light lunch, side dish, or even a crowd-pleaser at outdoor gatherings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta (fusilli, bowtie, or penne)
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, diced
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 1 large Red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp White wine vinegar
- 1 Garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, red bell pepper, and fresh parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, olive oil, white wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Add the cooled pasta to the mixing bowl with the vegetables. Pour the Dijon dressing over the pasta and vegetables and toss until evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or black pepper, if needed. If desired, sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top before serving.
Chill the pasta salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve cold and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2162 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.4 g | 185% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.8 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 165 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 4606 mg | 200% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 168.0 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.9 g | ||
| Protein | 48.8 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 792 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1606 mg | 34% | |
*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.
