Description
Ditalini Pasta Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that’s perfect for any gathering. Bursting with colorful vegetables such as cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers, this salad is tossed in a creamy Dijon dressing that adds a delightful tang. Whether you’re hosting a cookout, heading to a picnic, or simply enjoying a light lunch at home, this pasta salad is sure to impress with its fresh flavors and satisfying texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz ditalini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 small cucumber
- 1/2 red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 1/4 cup black olives
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp white apple vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the ditalini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and olives.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently until well coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg