Pasta Salad

This creamy pasta salad is a fresh, simple dish that’s easy to bring together with crisp vegetables and a flavorful homemade dressing. With celery, cucumber, and a bright, herby mayo base, it’s a go-to side that feels both familiar and refreshing.

Serves: 8 | Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 8 oz pasta

• 2 celery stalks, diced

• 1 medium cucumber, washed and quartered [1]

• 1 container (10-11 oz) cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, washed and cut in half

• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced

• 1/4 red onion, diced

Creamy Dressing

• 3/4 cup mayo

• 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tsp pure maple syrup

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp dried dill

• 1/2 tsp dried parsley

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prep all vegetables to the specifications above.

2. Cook the pasta.

   1. Boil noodles in salted water according to package instructions, about 7-10 minutes.

   2. Drain and set aside.

3. Make the creamy dressing.

   1. In a small bowl or food processor, mix together mayo, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, garlic powder, dill, parsley, salt, and pepper.

4. In a large bowl, mix together vegetables, pasta, and dressing.

5. Serve and enjoy!

Allergen Alterations

Egg-free: use vegan mayo, such as Best Foods Plant Based Mayo Spread & Dressing or Chosen Foods Vegan Avocado Oil Mayo

Wheat-free: use gluten-free pastas [2] such as Banza or Barilla options

Soybean-free: use soy-free mayo, such as Best Foods Plant Based Mayo Spread & Dressing or Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Mayo

Notes

[1] Feel free to leave some or all the skin on – your preference!

[2] Pastas like red lentil or chickpea can add additional protein.