Cucumber Crunch Pasta Salad (Print Version)

Tender pasta combined with crisp cucumbers, fresh dill, and tangy cream dressing. A refreshing side for warm-weather meals.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 8 oz small shell pasta
02 - 1 teaspoon salt for pasta water

→ Vegetables

03 - 2 cups cucumber, diced (approximately 1 large English cucumber)
04 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Fresh Herbs

05 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped

→ Dressing

06 - 1/2 cup sour cream
07 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
08 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1 clove garlic, minced
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Seasoning

13 - 1 1/2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning

# How to Make:

01 - Cook shell pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water until completely cooled.
02 - Whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl until smooth and well combined.
03 - Add cooled pasta, diced cucumber, sliced green onions, and chopped fresh dill to the dressing. Toss gently until all components are evenly coated.
04 - Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning over the mixture and fold gently until the seasoning is distributed throughout.
05 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and salad to chill thoroughly.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes.
  • Refreshing crunch from fresh cucumbers and green onions.
  • The unique savory flavor of everything bagel seasoning.
  • A creamy, tangy dressing that perfectly coats every shell.
02 -
  • Rinse the pasta under cold water to stop the cooking process immediately.
  • Chill for at least 30 minutes for the best flavor before serving.
  • If prepared in advance, you may need a light toss before serving as the pasta absorbs the dressing.
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