CUCUMBER AND DILL PASTA SALAD

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A very refreshing salad for anytime of the year. Best during the summer with fresh-from-the-garden cukes.

Provided by Diane Reichel

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups macaroni
2 cups cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1 cup low-fat sour cream
½ cup skim milk
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill weed
½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain, and rinse in cold water. Transfer noodles to a large bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together sour cream, milk, dill, vinegar, and salt and pepper. Set dressing aside.
  • Mix cucumbers and tomatoes into the pasta. Pour in dressing, and mix thoroughly. Cover, and refrigerate at least 1 hour and preferably overnight. Stir just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 16.1 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 223.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

White Money
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This pasta salad is a bit too bland for my taste. I would add some more spices or herbs to the dressing.


Com Cell
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I'm not a huge fan of dill, so I used fresh parsley instead. It turned out great!


Asad Assi
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers. I always have a few cucumbers in my fridge and this is a great way to use them up before they go bad.


David Frank
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I love how versatile this pasta salad is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I sometimes add chopped hard-boiled eggs or crumbled feta cheese.


kimpaye Bushira
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This pasta salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even just for a quick lunch at home.


Emmanuel Agor
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. The only thing I would change is to add a little more salt and pepper to the dressing.


archibal
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This pasta salad is so refreshing and perfect for summer. I love the combination of cucumbers, dill, and red onion.


Mukuve Samuel
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Just made this for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The dressing is so creamy and flavorful.


Christina Baber
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I've made this pasta salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the crunch of the cucumbers and the freshness of the dill.


Caroline Rejoice
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This cucumber and dill pasta salad was a refreshing and delicious summer dish. The combination of crunchy cucumbers, fresh dill, and creamy dressing was perfect. I especially loved the addition of red onion, which added a bit of sharpness and color.