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Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad

A refreshing and creamy pasta salad featuring crisp cucumbers and flavorful dressing, perfect for warm days and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni your choice of pasta
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
Creamy Dressing
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh dill, for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
Preparing the Vegetables
  1. While the pasta cooks, chop the cucumbers, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely chop the red onion. Set aside.
Making the Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Combining Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, add the cooled pasta, diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Pour the dressing over the pasta mix and stir until everything is evenly coated.
Chilling the Salad
  1. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for about 15-30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Serving the Salad
  1. Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and add fresh dill on top for an extra pop of flavor.

Notes

To ensure your creamy cucumber pasta salad turns out perfectly every time, consider these tips: Cook pasta just right—make sure not to overcook it; dress it well—don't be shy with the dressing; chill before serving—this enhances the flavors; and substitute with fresh ingredients to provide a delightful twist.