Description
Discover the joy of making a classic Ditalini Pasta Salad that’s both creamy and satisfying, perfect for any gathering or as a refreshing side dish. This easy pasta salad recipe combines al dente ditalini pasta with vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in a rich, homemade mayonnaise dressing. With just 20 minutes of preparation, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing dish that’s versatile enough to customize with your favorite ingredients. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, attending a potluck, or simply enjoying a summer meal at home, this Ditalini Pasta Salad is sure to impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ditalini pasta
- 1 red or green bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 cup English cucumber, diced
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon red apple vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Cook the ditalini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and cool under cold running water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with diced vegetables; gently mix.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg