Pizza Delight Pasta Salad Recipe

This creamy pasta salad is a beloved side dish from Pizza Delight, known for its slightly sweet, tangy dressing and crunchy vegetables. Perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or as a light lunch.

Ingredients

• For the Salad:
• 3 cups cooked fusilli or rotini pasta (al dente)
• ½ cup diced celery
• ½ cup diced carrots
• ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
• ¼ cup diced red or green bell pepper
• ¼ cup chopped dill pickles (optional)
• For the Dressing:
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup sour cream
• 1 tbsp white vinegar
• 2 tsp white sugar
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp mustard (Dijon or yellow)
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook Pasta:
2. Cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside to cool.
3. Prepare Vegetables:
4. Dice all vegetables and pickles finely for even texture.
5. Make the Dressing:
6. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
7. Combine:
8. In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the chopped veggies. Add dressing and mix until evenly coated.
9. Chill & Serve:
10. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors develop. Stir again before serving.