Description
Creamy Curry Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together the warmth of curry with the freshness of vegetables. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or casual gatherings, this pasta salad is not only satisfying but also incredibly simple to whip up. It features a delightful blend of creamy dressing, crunchy veggies, and sweet raisins, ensuring a burst of flavor in every bite. Best served chilled, this dish can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Whether enjoyed as a main course or a side dish, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound short spiral pasta (like Rotini)
- 2 large stalks celery, finely diced
- ½ medium red onion, finely diced
- 2 medium carrots, shredded
- ½ cup golden raisins
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 to 3 tablespoons curry powder
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and cool under cold water.
- Dice celery and red onion; shred carrots and chop cilantro.
- Soak raisins in hot water for ten minutes; then drain.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, curry powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine cooled pasta with vegetables and raisins in the bowl with dressing; mix gently.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg