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Creamy Caesar Pasta Salad: A Zesty Summer Delight!

A refreshing and zesty pasta salad perfect for summer gatherings, featuring fusilli pasta, fresh vegetables, and a creamy Caesar dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces fusilli pasta
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes quartered
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup scallions finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 cup basil leaves chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 cup toasted garlic bread pieces optional

Method
 

  1. Begin by boiling the fusilli pasta in salted water until it reaches a tender yet firm texture. Once cooked, drain the pasta and let it cool under cold running water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled fusilli, grape tomatoes, bell pepper, scallions, and shredded Parmesan cheese.
  3. In another bowl, blend the Caesar dressing with Greek yogurt, onion powder, black pepper, and sea salt until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the pasta and vegetable mix, tossing gently to ensure every ingredient is coated in the zesty sauce.
  5. If desired, fold in the chopped basil leaves and toasted garlic bread pieces for an extra layer of flavor and crunch.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop.
  7. Serve the salad either cold or at room temperature for a refreshing dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 8gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider mixing in diced grilled chicken or sautéed shrimp.
  • You can substitute fusilli with whole grain pasta or a gluten-free variety for a healthier twist.

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