Description
Indulge in the freshness of this vibrant French Dressing Pasta Salad, a delightful blend of flavors perfect for summer gatherings and quick lunches. This mayo-free dish features al dente bowtie pasta tossed with colorful vegetables, creamy sour cream, and zesty French dressing, creating a refreshing alternative to traditional pasta salads. The addition of diced chicken adds protein while shredded Cheddar cheese brings a satisfying richness. Quick to prepare and visually appealing, this salad is sure to impress at your next picnic or potluck. Enjoy it as a standalone meal or as a side that pairs beautifully with grilled meats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups uncooked bowtie pasta
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1 cup cooked diced chicken
- 10 oz cooked frozen peas
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup French dressing
- 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, diced onion, chicken, and peas.
- In a separate bowl, mix sour cream and French dressing; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and stir well.
- Gently fold in shredded Cheddar cheese.
- Chill for at least 2 hours before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cold
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg