Description
Discover the delightful taste of our creamy Ditalini Pasta Salad Recipe, perfect for any occasion from picnics to potlucks. This vibrant dish features small ditalini pasta tossed with a medley of fresh vegetables and coated in a rich mayonnaise dressing spiced with Dijon mustard and apple vinegar. The combination of creamy texture and crunchy veggies makes it an irresistible side dish that everyone will love. Quick to prepare, this salad is not only visually appealing but also versatile—customize it with your favorite proteins like chicken or turkey for an added twist. Enjoy the refreshing flavors and textures that will make every bite a pleasure!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ditalini pasta
- 1/2 tablespoon salt (for the pasta water)
- 1 red or green bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 cup English cucumber, diced
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon red apple vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the ditalini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and cool under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, red apple vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until well combined.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with diced vegetables.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg