Description

Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad features rotini pasta, fresh cucumbers, and a delightful dressing. Ideal for those seeking a quick and healthy meal option!

Ingredients

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1/2 pound rotini pasta
1 cucumber, thinly sliced
1/2 sweet white onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp dill
2 tbsp white vinegar

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Instructions

Cook the rotini pasta to al dente, following the package instructions, then rinse under cold water to cool.
Halve the cucumber lengthwise and scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Slice it thinly and set aside.
Slice the onion thinly and soak it in cold water for a few minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, sugar, salt, dill, and white vinegar until well combined.
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and toss gently. Refrigerate for 45 minutes before serving.

Notes

This pasta salad is best served chilled and can be made a few hours in advance.
Feel free to customize with additional vegetables like bell peppers or cherry tomatoes for more color and flavor.
For a lighter version, reduce the amount of mayonnaise and sour cream or substitute with Greek yogurt.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 280
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 15mg