Description
Creamy Tomato Cucumber Pasta Salad is a colorful and refreshing dish that brings together the crispness of cucumbers and the sweetness of ripe tomatoes, all tossed in a velvety dressing. This versatile salad is perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, or as a delightful side dish to complement your favorite grilled proteins. With just 15 minutes of preparation, you can create a quick and nutritious meal that’s great for both casual gatherings and weeknight dinners. Customize it with your favorite herbs and enjoy this vibrant dish chilled for a satisfying culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces rotini pasta
- 1 pint grape tomatoes
- 1 English cucumber
- 1/2 red onion
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- While pasta cooks, chop the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and herbs.
- In a bowl or mason jar, mix together the sour cream, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped vegetables and pour the dressing over it. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg