Gluten-free pasta salad with carrot, celery, red pepper and onion
Enjoy a refreshing Gluten-Free Pasta Salad featuring a colorful mix of carrot, celery, red pepper, and onion. Perfectly complemented with a creamy mayonnaise dressing and a touch of sour cream, this easy-to-make salad is ideal for any meal or gathering.
- 08 Jun 2024
- Cook time 12 min
- Prep time 20 min
- 8 Servings
- 7 Ingredients
This vibrant and refreshing gluten-free pasta salad is perfect for a light lunch or a side dish at your next gathering. Packed with colorful vegetables like carrot, celery, red pepper, and onion, and dressed with a creamy mayo and sour cream dressing, it's both satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the gluten-free pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the pasta and rinse it with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
- Peel and dice the carrot.
- Dice the celery stalk.
- Dice the red bell pepper.
- Finely chop the onion.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise salad dressing and sour cream. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Add the cooled pasta to the mixing bowl with the dressing.
- Add the diced carrot, celery, red bell pepper, and chopped onion.
- Gently toss everything together until the pasta and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Once the salad is well chilled, give it a final stir and serve.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives for added flavor and color.
Tips:
- Cook the gluten-free pasta according to the package instructions, but be sure to not overcook it as gluten-free pasta can become mushy.
- Rinse the pasta in cold water after cooking to stop the cooking process and to cool it down quickly.
- Chop the vegetables uniformly to ensure even distribution and a balanced bite in every forkful.
- For a healthier option, you can replace mayonnaise salad dressing with Greek yogurt.
- Feel free to add other ingredients such as cherry tomatoes, olives, or herbs like parsley or basil for added flavor.
Enjoy your delicious and easy-to-make gluten-free pasta salad, packed with fresh vegetables and a creamy dressing. Perfect for meal prep, picnics, or as a delightful side dish, this salad is sure to be a hit. Enjoy it cold and savor the flavors!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 120 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 190kcal | 8% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 1.83g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 20g | 5% |
| Fiber 1.11g | 3% |
| Sugar 3.21g | 3% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 12g | 14% |
| Saturated 2.97g | 10% |
| Cholesterol 16mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 110ug | 13% |
| Choline 9mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 0.04mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 0.07mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 0.30mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 0.07mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B9 13ug | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 0.03ug | 1% |
| Vitamin C 13mg | 15% |
| Vitamin E 1.15mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K 24ug | 21% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 24mg | 2% |
| Copper, Cu 0.03mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 0.23mg | 2% |
| Magnesium, Mg 9mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus, P 36mg | 3% |
| Potassium, K 110mg | 3% |
| Selenium, Se 2.36ug | 4% |
| Sodium, Na 350mg | 23% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.23mg | 2% |
| Water | |
| Water 80g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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