How to Make Best Ever Pasta Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to a classic and versatile dish, pasta salad is always a favorite. It's an easy-to-make side dish that can be served at barbecues, potlucks, picnics, or even as a light and satisfying meal on its own. This Best Ever Pasta Salad recipe is a tried and true favorite that is always a hit at any gathering.

What makes this pasta salad stand out from the rest is its perfect balance of flavors and textures. It's a harmonious blend of tender pasta, crisp vegetables, salty cheeses...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta
  • 2 large cucumbers, peeled and cubed
  • 2 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups mayonnaise
  • 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons dried dill weed
  • 2 tablespoons lemon pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Combine pasta, cucumbers, tomatoes, mayonnaise, sour cream, dill weed and lemon pepper. Serve as is or chill for 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    538 cal.

    • Total Fat: 41g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 27mg
    • Sodium: 545mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 66mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 268mg