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Creamy acini de pepe pasta salad with fresh vegetables, including asparagus, corn, and grape tomatoes

Acini de Pepe Pasta Salad: Fresh, Creamy, and Delicious

This creamy acini de pepe pasta salad combines tender pasta pearls with fresh vegetables and a tangy yogurt-Parmesan dressing.
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Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
2 hours15 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings:6 Serves
Course:Salad
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

You’ll need:
  • A cup of acini di pepe pasta
  • A handful of fresh asparagus chopped
  • Some corn kernels fresh or thawed
  • A diced bell pepper any color you like
  • A cup of halved grape tomatoes
  • A scoop of Greek yogurt
  • A dollop of mayonnaise
  • Grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh dill chopped
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta as per the package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Parmesan, dill, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  3. Heat a bit of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the asparagus until tender-crisp.
  4. Combine the cooked pasta, sautéed asparagus, corn, bell pepper, and grape tomatoes with the dressing. Toss everything together until well coated.
  5. For the best flavor, cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 2 hours before serving.
  6. Can’t wait to hear what you think!
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  8. Image Prompt: A vibrant bowl of acini di pepe pasta salad, showcasing colorful summer vegetables like asparagus, corn, bell peppers, and grape tomatoes, all mixed in a creamy dressing, garnished with fresh dill.