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creamy pasta salad

20-Minute Creamy Pasta Salad That Steals the Show


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and delicious creamy pasta salad perfect for picnics or quick meals.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz pasta
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup diced bell pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add cooked pasta, celery, red onion, and bell pepper to the bowl.
  4. Toss until evenly coated.
  5. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
  • Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: creamy pasta salad, easy pasta salad, picnic salad