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Zesty French Dressing Pasta Salad

Zesty French Dressing Pasta Salad: A Refreshing Summer Side

Experience the vibrant flavors of Zesty French Dressing Pasta Salad, perfect for summer gatherings and quick preparation.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Salad
  • 8 ounces bowtie pasta or any pasta shape
  • 1 small red onion diced
  • 4 ounces diced Canadian bacon or sub turkey/chicken
  • 1 cup frozen peas or fresh peas if cooked
  • 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup French dressing creamy version optional
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese can swap with other cheese
For Variations
  • alternative proteins such as grilled chicken or roasted vegetables
  • varied pasta shapes like fusilli

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add bowtie pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with red onion, Canadian bacon, and frozen peas, stirring gently.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream and French dressing until smooth and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and stir gently to coat.
  5. Fold in shredded cheddar cheese carefully.
  6. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This pasta salad tastes best fresh and can be adjusted to personal preferences by changing ingredients.

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