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Creamy Poolside Pasta Salad

Fresh, colorful, and ultra-creamy, this Poolside Pasta Salad is packed with crisp veggies, tender pasta, and a tangy ranch-style dressing. It’s cool, satisfying, and perfect for summer gatherings, BBQs, or easy make-ahead meals.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz tri-color pasta fusilli or rotini
  • 0.75 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.75 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 oz ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cucumber sliced
  • 2 cups broccoli chopped
  • 2 cups asparagus chopped
  • 2 bell peppers chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.25 cup red onion sliced
  • 0.5 cup cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions.
  2. Add broccoli and asparagus during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  3. Drain and let cool.
  4. Whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, ranch mix, and garlic powder.
  5. Combine pasta, vegetables, cheese, and dressing in a large bowl.
  6. Toss until well coated.
  7. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Best served chilled. Add extra dressing before serving if needed, as the pasta may absorb some while resting.