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Creamy Curry Pasta Salad

Creamy Curry Pasta Salad for Refreshing Summer Gatherings

This Creamy Curry Pasta Salad is a delightful fusion of spices and pasta, perfect for summer gatherings and potlucks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces short pasta (Rotini/Fusilli/Cavatappi) Cooked until al dente
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup celery Diced
  • 1 small red onion Chopped
  • 1 cup carrots Shredded or diced
For Texture and Sweetness
  • 1/2 cup raisins Or dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup toasted almonds Or walnuts, for nut-free
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Or sour cream
For Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder Mild or medium varieties
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon honey Or maple syrup for vegan

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water for 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. Prepare the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, curry powder, lemon juice, and honey in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Combine cooled pasta with diced celery, chopped red onion, shredded carrots, raisins, and toasted almonds in a mixing bowl.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently fold until well-coated, taking care not to over-mix.
  5. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 360mgPotassium: 230mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, allow salad to chill and serve cold. Consider setting aside some dressing for freshness before serving.

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