Description
Creamy Pasta Salad is the ideal dish for summer gatherings, picnics, or a hearty meal on its own. This delightful salad features tender rotini pasta tossed with diced summer sausage, vibrant fresh vegetables, and a rich, creamy dressing that enhances every bite. In just 25 minutes, you can create a flavorful side dish or main course that’s sure to impress your guests or provide satisfying comfort on busy days.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups uncooked rotini pasta
- 1 cup summer sausage, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, summer sausage, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and cheddar cheese.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra crunch. For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise. This salad can be made ahead of time; it actually tastes better after chilling!