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Creamy Lemon Parmesan Pasta Salad

Creamy Lemon Parmesan Pasta Salad

This Creamy Lemon Parmesan Pasta Salad features zesty lemon and rich parmesan, making it a refreshing dish perfect for lunches.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces pasta Choose your favorite type, like rotini or bowtie
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup cucumbers Diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion Diced
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • Juice of 1 lemon Freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese Grated

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

How to Make Creamy Lemon Parmesan Pasta Salad
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let it cool for a few minutes.
  2. Combine the Veggies: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion.
  3. Prepare the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Mix it Together: Pour the dressing over the pasta and veggie mixture. Toss everything together until well combined.
  5. Fold in the Cheese: Gently fold in the grated parmesan cheese.
  6. Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with extra parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh herbs before serving.

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