Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of our French Dressing Pasta Salad, a delightful dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings or a quick lunch. This vibrant salad combines al dente bowtie pasta with colorful veggies and a creamy, zesty dressing—no mayo required! With its appealing presentation and versatile nature, it’s sure to be a hit at picnics, barbecues, or family dinners. Not only is it easy to prepare, but you can also customize it with your favorite ingredients. Serve it as a standalone meal or pair it with grilled chicken for added protein. Enjoy this light yet satisfying salad that brings together a medley of textures and flavors!
Ingredients
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- 3 cups uncooked bowtie pasta
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1 cup diced cooked chicken
- 10 oz package frozen peas, cooked
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup French dressing
- 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced red onion, diced chicken, and cooked peas.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream and French dressing; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and stir gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Fold in shredded Cheddar cheese.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg