Creamy Poolside Pasta Salad
INGREDIENTS
-1 package (16 oz.) tri-color fusilli or rotini pasta
-3/4 cup mayonnaise
-3/4 cup Greek yogurt
-1 (1 oz.) package powdered ranch dressing mix
-1 medium cucumber, quartered and thinly sliced
-2 cups broccoli florets (1 small head), roughly chopped
-2 cups asparagus, woody ends removed, chopped
-2 bell peppers, chopped
-1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
-1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
-1/2 cup cheddar cheese, sliced into matchsticks or grated
-1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
PREPARATION
1-Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions.
2-2 minutes before pasta is fully cooked, add broccoli and asparagus to the pot. Strain pasta and vegetables and set aside.
3-Add mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, ranch mix, and garlic powder to a large serving bowl and whisk to combine.
4-Add pasta, cooked and raw vegetables (broccoli, asparagus, tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper and cucumber), and cheese and toss to combine.
5-Cover and chill in refrigerator until you’re ready to serve!
