Cucumber Pasta Salad
Cool, creamy, cucumber pasta salad is the ultimate side dish. Made with a simple dressing, this cucumber pasta salad is a must try.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1 lb pasta small shells, elbow macaroni, or other small pasta
- 1 ½ cups cucumbers, diced small
- 1 cup red onions, diced
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Boil the pasta according to the package directions. Make sure to cook until al dente.
- Place the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a large bowl. Whisk together until fully combined.
- Drain the pasta well. Rinse with cold water. Make sure to drain any excess water.
- Pour the pasta in the large bowl with the dressing. Add in diced red onions, diced cucumber, and fresh dill. Toss to fully combine.
- Cover and refrigerate the pasta salad for about 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 415kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 328mg | Potassium: 198mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 45IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg