Cucumber Pasta Salad

Cool, creamy, and packed with fresh flavor, this Cucumber Pasta Salad is the perfect side dish for warm-weather meals. Crisp cucumbers, tender pasta, and red onion are tossed in a light, tangy dill dressing that keeps every bite refreshing and satisfying.

Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ, packing a picnic, or planning a potluck menu, this easy pasta salad fits right in. Cucumber Pasta Salad comes together with simple ingredients and tastes even better after chilling, making it a great make-ahead recipe.

How to make Easy Cucumber Pasta Salad

Makes approximately 8-12 servings

Equipment Needed

Measuring cups and spoons, large pot, colander, small bowl, whisk, large bowl, silicone spoon or spatula

Ingredients

• 8 oz rotini pasta noodles 
• 3 baby cucumbers, sliced
• ¼ of a red onion, sliced
• ½ cup sour cream
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp dill weed
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• Salt and Pepper, to taste

Step-by-Step Process

1. Cut the vegetables and set aside.

2. Cook the noodles according to package directions until tender, then pour into a colander in the sink and run under cold water for a few minutes until cooled.

3. While the noodles are cooking, whisk together the sour cream, lemon juice, dill and garlic.

4. Dump the cooled noodles into a bowl, then add the chopped veggies and pour the dressing over. Toss to coat. 

5. Sprinkle it with salt and pepper, then toss again.

6. Cover and chill for 1 hour. If chilling for longer than an hour, you may need to stir in more dressing.

Helpful Tips for the Best Cucumber Pasta Salad

• Cool the pasta completely for Cucumber Pasta Salad: Helps the dressing stay creamy.
• Slice cucumbers evenly: Gives Cucumber Pasta Salad the best texture.
• Use fresh lemon juice: Brightens the flavor of Cucumber Pasta Salad.
• Season after mixing: Helps flavors distribute evenly.
• Chill before serving: Makes Cucumber Pasta Salad extra refreshing.

Cucumber Pasta Salad

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Cucumber Pasta Salad is a cool and creamy side dish made with pasta, cucumbers, red onion, and a flavorful dill dressing.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 12 minutes

Down Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 27 minutes

Ingredients

• 8 oz rotini pasta noodles
• 3 baby cucumbers, sliced
• ¼ of a red onion, sliced
• ½ cup sour cream
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp dill weed
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• Salt and Pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Cut the vegetables and set aside.
2. Cook the noodles according to package directions until tender, then pour into a colander in the sink and run under cold water for a few minutes until cooled.
3. While the noodles are cooking, whisk together the sour cream, lemon juice, dill and garlic.
4. Dump the cooled noodles into a bowl, then add the chopped veggies and pour the dressing over. Toss to coat. 
5. Sprinkle it with salt and pepper, then toss again.
6. Cover and chill for 1 hour. If chilling for longer than an hour, you may need to stir in more dressing.