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Cucumber Dill Pasta Salad Recipe

Refreshing Cucumber Dill Pasta Salad Recipe Ready in 30 Minutes

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A refreshing and light pasta salad with cucumber, dill, and cherry tomatoes.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces whole-wheat orecchiette pasta
  • 1 medium English cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh dill
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook 12 ounces of pasta according to package directions.
  2. Rinse with cold water; drain well and transfer to a large bowl.
  3. Stir in cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and dill.
  4. Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  5. Add the dressing to the pasta mixture and toss to coat.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Best served chilled.
  • Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • English cucumbers work best due to their crisp texture and fewer seeds.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg