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Creamy Curry Pasta Salad

Creamy Curry Pasta Salad That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

This Creamy Curry Pasta Salad is a delightful blend of flavors, perfect for sunny days and gatherings, featuring creamy, savory, and slightly sweet notes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta short, textured pasta shape
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Celery chopped, can substitute with cucumber
  • 1 cup Red Onion diced, can use green onions for milder flavor
  • 1 cup Carrots shredded, can swap with bell peppers
For the Sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Raisins can substitute with dried cranberries
For the Crunch
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Almonds can use walnuts or sunflower seeds
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise can use Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt for added creaminess
  • 2 tbsp Curry Powder mild yellow curry powder recommended
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice can substitute with lime juice
  • 1 tbsp Honey maple syrup can be a vegan alternative

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add rotini pasta and cook until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. Prepare dressing: In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, curry powder, lemon juice, and honey until smooth and creamy.
  3. Combine salad ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooled rotini, chopped celery, diced red onion, shredded carrots, raisins, and toasted almonds.
  4. Mix together: Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
  5. Chill: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 10gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Reserve a bit of dressing to add just before serving to prevent dryness. Use short pasta like rotini for the best texture.

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