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Creamy Cucumber Dill Pasta Salad with Feta

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A fresh, creamy, and tangy pasta salad perfect for summer, featuring cucumber, dill, feta, and a Greek yogurt-based dressing. Ideal for barbecues, picnics, or quick dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces rotini or fusilli pasta
  • 1 large English cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions, usually 8-10 minutes until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  2. Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse briefly under cold water to stop cooking and cool it down. Shake off excess water well.
  3. While pasta cooks, dice 1 large English cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Mince 1 small garlic clove and chop 3 tablespoons fresh dill finely.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to taste (start with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper) until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add the cooled pasta, diced cucumber, and chopped dill to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
  6. Fold in 1 cup crumbled feta cheese carefully.
  7. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
  8. Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and taste. Add extra salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.

Notes

Rinse and drain pasta well to avoid sogginess. Use fresh dill for best flavor. Chill salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Adjust salt depending on feta saltiness. For dairy-free, use coconut yogurt and vegan mayo; for gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.

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Keywords: pasta salad, cucumber salad, dill, feta, creamy dressing, summer recipe, Greek yogurt, easy pasta salad, picnic food, barbecue side

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