Description
Ditalini Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that steals the spotlight at any gathering. This colorful salad features tender ditalini pasta tossed with an assortment of fresh vegetables, including juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and savory olives. The tangy, creamy Dijon dressing adds a delightful zing that ties all the flavors together. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or quick family dinners, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. With its appealing presentation and delicious taste, this Ditalini Pasta Salad will be a hit on your table!
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
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 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 ditalini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, olives, and parsley.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture; toss gently to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg