CUCUMBER PASTA SALAD Recipe with Easy Salad Dressing | Vegetarian and Vegan Recipes

Published 2024-06-23

Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe with Easy Salad Dressing | Vegetarian and Vegan Recipes | Salad recipes. This delicious pasta salad recipe is perfect for vegan and vegetarian meals and meal prep. This healthy vegetarian pasta salad with cucumbers and an easy homemade salad dressing is a great summer salad to pair with your meals. So try this healthy and creamy cucumber salad recipe / summer pasta salad recipe for your next backyard barbecue party. Healthy salad / pasta recipes for your plant based, Vegan, Vegetarian meals / lunch or dinner. Check out my other vegetarian and vegan recipes!

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▶️ PASTA SALAD RECIPE INGREDIENTS:

👉 Pasta Salad Dressing:
1/2 cup / 125g Plant-Based Yogurt (I have added oats yogurt, but non-vegans can use regular yogurt just adjust the quantity to your liking)
1/2 cup / 125g Vegan Mayonnaise (Non-vegans can use regular mayonnaise)
1 Teaspoon Dijon Mustard
1+1/2 to 2 Tablespoon White Vinegar or White wine vinegar
Salt to taste (I have added 1/2 Pink Himalayan Salt which is milder than the regular salt. NOTE THAT WE HAVE ADDED SALT TO THE PASTA WATER WHILE COOKING THE PASTA SO ADD THE SALT ACCORDINGLY)
1 Teaspoon Sugar or to taste
(NOTE: I have added organic cane sugar but you could also add liquid sweetener of your choice eg. Maple syrup, agave etc. just adjust the quantity to your taste)
1/2 Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper or to taste
1/8 Teaspoon / a pinch of Cayenne Pepper (OPTIONAL)
3 Tablespoon / 9g Fresh Dill - finely chopped (If you find the flavour of dill too strong then reduce the quantity)

👉 To cook pasta:
200g / 2+1/4 cups approx. Rotini Pasta (or macaroni pasta)
8 to 9 cups of Boiling water
Generous amount of salt (I have added 1/2 teaspoon of pink himalayan salt which is milder than the regular salt)

👉 Other Ingredients:
3 cups / 320g (tips and seeds removed) / 1 English Cucumber (whole 433g by weight with seeds) - Remove the seeds of the cucumber and the tips and then slice it
1/2 cup / 70g Celery - chopped (1 celery stalk approx.)
1/2 cup / 65g Red Onion - thinly sliced

▶️ METHOD:

👉 To cook pasta:
Bring 8 to 9 cups of water to a boil and add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add the dry pasta and cook as per package instructions. Once cooked drain the pasta and rinse it off with cold water to stop the cooking process. Let it sit in the strainer to drain the excess water while we prepare the rest of the ingredients.

👉 To prepare the salad dressing:
To a bowl add the plant based yogurt, vegan mayonnaise, dijon mustard, white vinegar, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, chopped fresh dill and mix well.

✅ PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU LIKE THE SALAD DRESSING SWEET INCREASE THE SUGAR QUANTITY AND IF YOU LIKE IT TANGY INCREASE THE VINEGAR. It tastes good both ways.

👉 Cut the cucumber lengthwise. Then remove the seeds with a spoon and chop it into slices. Chop the celery and slice the red onion as well. Transfer the chopped celery, sliced cucumber, onion and cooked pasta. Add the salad dressing and mix well. Cover and chill it in the refrigerator for 40 to 45 minutes before serving.

This recipes is perfect make ahead salad for your summer barbecue parties and also for meal prep / meal planning, as it stores in the refrigerator for up to 4 days (if stored well in an airtight container)

▶️ IMPORTANT TIPS:

👉 Add the salad dressing little at a time and not all at once and taste as you go, until it reaches the desired taste

👉 I have added organic cane sugar to the dressing but you could add liquid sweetener of your choice instead eg. Maple syrup, agave etc. just adjust the quantity to your taste

👉 IF YOU LIKE THE SALAD DRESSING SWEET INCREASE THE SUGAR QUANTITY AND IF YOU LIKE IT TANGY INCREASE THE VINEGAR. It tastes good both ways

👉 After you mix the dressing with the pasta and veggies, CHILL IT IN THE REFRIGERATOR FOR 40 TO 45 MINUTES BEFORE SERVING. This will allow the flavours to blend and it tastes good cold

👉 This recipes is perfect for meal prep / meal planning, as it stores in the refrigerator for up to 4 days (if stored well in an airtight container)

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@FoodImpromptu 5 days ago

Hello Friends! There’s a detailed written recipe for you in the description box of this video. As always, I love to hear from you guys! Let me know if you try this recipe 😊

@kimberleymansfield1099 4 days ago

How very refreshing, the salad and the no talking, gentle soft piano video. Beautiful.

@YumnahSampson-br8fw 4 days ago

Her kitchen remains immaculate

@ginafriend1690 5 days ago

Fresh & delightful 💚 Always prepared with such TLC! Thank you for sharing 🥰

@ilnpa2722 4 days ago

This recipe has become a favorite in my family friends and neighbors! I don’t really like the vegan mayonnaise so I substitute with cashews. It gives the same creamy texture and flavor and doesn’t get runny after a while. Thanks for sharing ❤😊❤

@ushakrish_ 12 hours ago

This cucumber pasta salad recipe looks absolutely delicious and refreshing! The easy salad dressing is a perfect touch, making it both simple and flavorful. As a vegetarian, I'm always on the lookout for new recipes, and this one is definitely going on my list. Thank you for sharing such a healthy and tasty dish! 🥒🍝🥗

@underdgk9 2 days ago

Simple perfection for hot summer days!

@MAC-op5fc yesterday

Made this today and it's so delicious and perfect for the hot summer weather we're having. Thank you!

@GolgoLAjae 5 days ago

That looks so good!🤤👍👍

@veganradiation 4 days ago

Its great to see a recipe that highlights the deliciousness of plant-based cuisine! Im sharing this with my community and encouraging others to explore the amazing world of vegan cooking

@farahkitchensecrets1394 2 days ago

So delicious ❤🎉thanks for sharing 👏

@Michelle-bk5uq 4 days ago

Definitely meal prepping this for this week! Thanks for sharing the recipe.

@30STARTSimpleDelicious yesterday

This recipe is a keeper. Thanks for sharing!

@gracia1166 3 days ago

I have done your salad and everybody liked it. Thank you for all yor dedication. Hope to see more of your creativity. Muchas gracias vielen Dank. 🙏

@ChantaltheFrency 4 days ago

Very nice! Good dish and cooling dressing for the hot days😊 i m gonna swop the raw union by some shredded red cabbage and add some cut cherry tomatoes but thats adapting to my flavor . Thanks for the nice idea.