Greek Yogurt Christmas Pasta Salad (Printable Version)

Festive pasta tossed with creamy yogurt dressing, sharp cheeses, and vibrant vegetables.

# Ingredient List:

→ Pasta

01 - 14 oz rotini or fusilli pasta

→ Dressing

02 - 1 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
03 - ½ cup mayonnaise
04 - 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
05 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
06 - 1 tbsp honey
07 - 1 clove garlic, minced
08 - ½ tsp salt
09 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ Cheeses

10 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, diced
11 - ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
12 - ½ cup grated parmesan

→ Vegetables & Add-ins

13 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
14 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
15 - 1 cup English cucumber, diced
16 - ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
17 - ½ cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
18 - ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
19 - ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

# How to Make:

01 - Boil pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water until cooled.
02 - Whisk Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl until smooth.
03 - Add the cooled pasta to the dressing and toss to coat thoroughly.
04 - Gently incorporate cheddar, feta, parmesan, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and parsley.
05 - Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
06 - Stir before serving and garnish with additional herbs or cheese if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Loaded with vibrant veggies
  • Tangy Greek yogurt dressing
02 -
  • Use full-fat Greek yogurt for best creaminess
  • Can be made ahead and chilled for better flavor
03 -
  • Rinse pasta under cold water to stop cooking and cool quickly
  • Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld
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