Ingredients for Pasta Salad With Creamy Lemon Dill Dressing
- 1 pound pasta (any shape)
- Chickpeas
- Cucumber
- Red Onion
- Green Pepper
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or 1/4 cup mayonnaise + 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt)
- Plain Yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh dill (chopped)
- Lemon, Juice And Zest Of
- Garlic Clove
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Coarse Black Pepper
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How to Make Pasta Salad With Creamy Lemon Dill Dressing
- Cook 1 pound pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and cool the pasta quickly.
- While the pasta cooks, prepare the vegetables: Chop 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup cucumber (diced), 1/2 cup red onion (thinly sliced), and 1/2 cup bell pepper (any color, diced).
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or a combination of 1/4 cup mayonnaise and 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt for a lighter version), 1/4 cup fresh dill (chopped), 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, 1 clove garlic (minced), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetable mixture. Gently toss to combine, ensuring all the pasta is evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. This step is crucial for the best taste. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
17 g
Sugar
14g
Fat
7g
Carbs
14g
