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Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad

Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad takes my favorite summer cucumber salad and turns it into a delicious meal. Loaded with tender pasta, crisp juicy cucumbers, fresh dill and sweet white onion, this dish will be the hit of every potluck!

Ingredients :

  • 1 English cucumber
  • ½ pound medium pasta such as penne or rotini
  • ½ sweet white onion
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • black pepper to taste

Directions :

  • Combine all dressing ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Set aside.
  • Thinly slice onion and place in a bowl of cold water. (see note)
  • Cook pasta al dente according to package directions. Run under cold water to stop cooking.
  • Cut cucumber in half lengthwise and remove seeds using a spoon. Slice into thin slices.
  • Toss all ingredients in a large bowl. Let sit at least 40 minutes before serving.