Creamy Summer Pasta Salad Recipe

Recipe Video. This summer pasta salad is loaded with pineapple and a creamy, flavorsome homemade dressing. Learn how to make the best pasta salad in a few simple steps.

📝 Ingredients

• 400 gram farfalle pasta
• 1/4 Cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 Cup diced cucumber
• 1/4 Cup thinly sliced onion
• 1/4 Cup olives cut into halves
• 1/2 Cup pineapple cubes, canned or fresh
• 1/4 Cup fresh basil
• 1/2 Cup plain mayonnaise
• 1/4 Cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 Cup pineapple juice
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• Salt and black pepper to taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1--- Prep Work For Salad: ---
2. 2To prepare the dressing, combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Whisk using a fork until nicely emulsified or combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning accordingly. Keep in the fridge.
3. 3Chop all the vegetables and pineapple. Assemble in a bowl.
4. 4Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente; drain, then rinse with water.
5. 5--- Prepare Pasta Salad: ---
6. 6Add cooked pasta along with the chopped ingredients. Mix nicely.
7. 7Pour the dressing over the salad. Gently mix to coat the salad with the dressing.
8. 8Let the salad sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
9. 9Serve Creamy Summer Pasta Salad chilled for lunch or evening snacks.