Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Creamy Curry Pasta Salad Recipe, a delightful dish that effortlessly combines creamy textures with zesty spices. This salad is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a quick lunch option, bringing together al dente pasta, fresh vegetables, and a luscious curry dressing that will tantalize your taste buds. With its colorful presentation and satisfying crunch, it’s sure to impress at any gathering. Easily customizable, you can add your favorite proteins like chicken or turkey for an extra boost. Prepare it ahead of time and enjoy a delicious meal throughout the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound spiral pasta (Rotini or Fusilli)
- 2 large celery stalks, finely diced
- ½ medium red onion, finely diced
- 2 medium carrots, shredded
- ½ cup golden raisins
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 to 3 tablespoons curry powder
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, yogurt, curry powder, lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), turmeric, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooled pasta and prepared vegetables to the dressing. Gently fold until everything is well coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg