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Ditalini Pasta Salad

Ditalini Pasta Salad Recipe
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Ditalini Pasta Salad is a delightfully creamy and colorful dish that brings together fresh vegetables and a rich mayonnaise dressing, making it a perfect choice for picnics, barbecues, or family gatherings. This versatile salad can be served as a main course or as a side dish and is ready in just 20 minutes! Whether you’re looking for something quick to prepare for a last-minute event or want to impress your guests with vibrant flavors, this Ditalini Pasta Salad will surely stand out. Customize it with your favorite proteins like chicken or turkey, or keep it vegetarian with an array of crunchy veggies. Enjoy the freshness and creaminess in every bite!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ditalini pasta
  • 1/2 tablespoon salt (for the pasta water)
  • 1 red or green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 cup English cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon red apple vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Boil water in a large pot with salt. Add ditalini pasta and cook until al dente per package instructions.
  2. Drain pasta using a colander and cool it under cold running water.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, red apple vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with diced vegetables.
  5. Pour dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until evenly coated.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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