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Healthy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe

Healthy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe
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A refreshing and healthy cucumber pasta salad featuring crisp cucumber slices, al dente pasta, and a creamy dill dressing. This easy-to-make salad combines tangy sour cream and mayonnaise with fresh herbs and a touch of sweetness, perfect as a light lunch or side dish.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 1 English cucumber
  • 8 ounces medium pasta (penne or rotini)
  • 1/2 sweet white onion

Dressing Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, sugar, salt, chopped fresh dill, vinegar, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well combined. Set the dressing aside to allow the flavors to meld.
  2. Prepare the Onions: Thinly slice the sweet white onion and place the slices in a bowl of cold water. Soaking the onions helps reduce their sharpness and mellows their flavor for the salad.
  3. Cook and Cool the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and immediately rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool the pasta. Drain well and set aside.
  4. Slice the Cucumber: Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the seeds. Then slice the cucumber into thin, bite-sized slices for crispness and freshness in the salad.
  5. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, soaked onion slices, and sliced cucumber. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated. Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed before serving.

Notes

  • Soaking the onion in cold water helps reduce its pungency and makes the flavor milder.
  • Use fresh dill for best flavor; dried dill can be substituted but use half the amount.
  • Adjust vinegar quantity to taste for desired tanginess.
  • Chill the salad for 30 minutes before serving to let flavors blend even more.
  • This salad is best consumed within 2 days when stored properly in the refrigerator.

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