How to Make Pasta Salad I - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a refreshing and satisfying pasta salad on a hot summer day. This classic dish is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or just a light lunch or dinner at home. With its combination of vibrant vegetables, hearty pasta, and zesty dressing, Pasta Salad I is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection.

The beauty of pasta salad is its versatility. You can customize it to your liking, adding your favorite vegetables, meats, and cheeses to create a dish that suit...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups fusilli pasta
  • ¾ cup broccoli florets
  • ¾ cup cauliflower florets
  • ½ cup red onion, sliced
  • ½ cup thinly sliced carrots
  • ½ cup red bell pepper, chopped
  • ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
  • ½ cup chopped mushrooms
  • ½ cup chopped celery
  • ¾ cup light mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup distilled white vinegar
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse pasta under cold water.
  • Place pasta in a large serving bowl add the all the vegetables and toss to combine.
  • Combine the mayonnaise, vinegar and sugar together, whisk until smooth. Pour over salad and mix well. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.
  • Nutrition

    472 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 31mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 97g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 43mg
    • Calcium: 44mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 462mg