Description
Ditalini Pasta Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that’s perfect for any gathering. This easy-to-make salad features tender ditalini pasta tossed with crunchy cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, colorful bell peppers, and briny olives. All of these fresh ingredients are enveloped in a creamy Dijon dressing that adds a delightful tang to every bite. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a side dish at family meals, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor. Plus, it can be made ahead of time, making it a convenient choice for busy days. Serve it alongside grilled chicken or on its own—either way, it’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz ditalini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp white apple vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the ditalini pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and black olives.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Stir well before serving and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg