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Delicious Pink Cadillac Pasta Salad in a bowl, perfect for picnics.

Pink Cadillac Pasta Salad

A vibrant and creamy pasta salad perfect for summer picnics and gatherings, offering refreshing flavors with a delightful tang.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Lunch, Picnic, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients

Pasta and Vegetables

  • 8 ounces rotini pasta Cook according to package instructions.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup peas, thawed if frozen

Dressing

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method

Preparation

  • Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and peas.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  • Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

For best flavor, allow the salad to sit for at least an hour before serving. You can customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins.
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