PASTA SALAD WITH CREAMY HERB DRESSING

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Creamy pasta salad with lots of flavor from all the fresh ingredients. I made it for a family potluck and it was a big hit, everyone loved it. The veggies can easily be substituted for whatever kind you like or have on hand. This just happened to be what I had in my fridge the day I made it.

Provided by Veggie Girl.

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup packed fresh parsley sprig, finely choppped
1/4 cup packed fresh basil, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh oregano, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups milk
3/4 cup light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup cider vinegar
12 ounces fusilli (about 4 cups dry)
1 green pepper, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
1 cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 cup grated carrot
1 green onion, chopped

Steps:

  • To make dressing: Combine milk, mayonnaise, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper, stirring until smooth. Stir in finely chopped herbs. Gradually whisk in vinegar. Let stand for 10 minutes or until pasta is ready.
  • To make salad: In large pot of boiling water, cook fusilli according to package. Drain pasta and rinse under running cold water until cool. In large bowl, combine pasta, veggies and dressing. Toss to coat and sprinkle with green onions. Allow to cool in refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Crecreice Cream
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before, and it's even better the next day.


Carlos Ramos
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This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies. My kids love it, and they don't even realize they're eating healthy.


Routine Kings
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I've made this pasta salad several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it.


Mckenzie Kain
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This pasta salad is a great summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and perfect for a picnic or potluck.


Terrence Hartwell
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I love that this pasta salad is so versatile. I can add whatever veggies I have on hand, and it always turns out delicious.


oussama tounekti
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta. I always have some leftover pasta in my fridge, and this is a great way to use it up.


JaydenPlayz26 Games
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I'm not a huge fan of mayo-based dressings, but this one is really good. It's light and flavorful, and doesn't overpower the other ingredients.


Bilal Autos
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This is the best pasta salad I've ever had! The dressing is amazing and the veggies are so fresh.


Doug Richardson
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This pasta salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of the creamy dressing and the fresh veggies.


Khing Mike
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I added some grilled shrimp to this pasta salad and it was delicious! It's a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


Md Monir
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


Tamim Adnan
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I love the creamy herb dressing on this pasta salad. It's so flavorful and really makes the dish.


sujoy Biswas
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This pasta salad is the perfect summer dish. It's easy to make, refreshing, and delicious.


Asad Sidra
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this one is amazing! The dressing is so light and flavorful, and the veggies are so fresh and crisp.


Kwaku Fosu Achampong
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This recipe is a keeper! The dressing is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta salad is so refreshing. I love that I can make it ahead of time, too.


Has
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This pasta salad was a hit at our summer potluck! The creamy herb dressing was light and flavorful, and the veggies were fresh and crisp. I added some grilled chicken for protein, and it was perfect.


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