Creamy Parmesan Pasta Salad

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This creamy Parmesan pasta salad is one of my favorite side dishes. It’s easy to make and takes less than 30 minutes.

This salad is made with fusilli pasta, fresh vegetables, Parmesan cheese, and a creamy yogurt dressing with garlic, oregano, and chili flakes. It’s a great option for parties and get-togethers. I also like eating it on its own. I make it when I want something light but still filling.

I usually serve this pasta salad with turkey, ham, or roast beef when I’m making a big meal. You can also make it a few hours ahead and keep it in the fridge.

How to Make Creamy Parmesan Pasta Salad

INGREDIENTS:

For the Salad

  • 1 cup fusilli pasta, boiled and cooled
  • ½ cup corn, boiled
  • ½ cup tomatoes, chopped
  • ½ cup onion, chopped
  • 3 tbsp spring onions, sliced
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped

For the Dressing

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp garlic, chopped
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • Salt, to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, add cooked pasta, boiled corn, chopped onion, tomatoes and spring onions.

2. In another bowl, add Greek yogurt, chopped garlic, lemon juice, dried oregano, red chili flakes and salt. Mix everything well.

3. Pour the yogurt dressing on top of the salad.

4. Add grated Parmesan and chopped coriander leaves.

5. Mix everything until the dressing coats the pasta and vegetables. Serve fresh or chill in the refrigerator before serving.

Important Recipe Notes:

  • If you don’t have fusilli, you can use bow-tie, shells, rotini, or penne instead.
  • You can use any vegetables you have on hand. For extra protein, you can add chickpea, tofu, or white beans.
Richi

Creamy Parmesan Pasta Salad

This creamy Parmesan pasta salad is an easy side dish that takes less than 30 minutes to make. It's made with fusilli pasta, fresh veggies, Parmesan, and a creamy yogurt dressing. It's perfect for parties, get-togethers, or a light meal and can be made ahead and refrigerated until serving.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 5 people
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup fusilli pasta boiled and cooled
  • ½ cup corn boiled
  • ½ cup tomatoes chopped
  • ½ cup onion chopped
  • 3 tbsp spring onions sliced
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tbsp fresh coriander leaves finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp garlic chopped
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, corn, onion, tomatoes, and spring onions.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, chili flakes, and salt.
  3. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture. Add Parmesan and chopped coriander.
  4. Toss until everything is well coated. Serve immediately or chill before serving.

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