Fresh Cucumber Pasta Salad

ByFoodieMom

This Fresh Cucumber Pasta Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that’s perfect for warm-weather meals, picnics, and potlucks. Packed with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, and tender pasta, it’s tossed in a light, tangy dressing that balances flavors beautifully. Fresh herbs like dill and parsley add an aromatic touch, making each bite flavorful and satisfying.

Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner side, a make-ahead lunch, or a colorful dish to impress at a gathering, this salad fits the bill. Vegetarian-friendly, easy to prepare, and completely customizable, it can be adapted with your favorite veggies, cheeses, or proteins. Served chilled, it’s incredibly refreshing and keeps well for meal prep, making it both convenient and delicious.

🥗 Why You’ll Love This Fresh Cucumber Pasta Salad

This salad is the perfect combination of light, crisp, and refreshing flavors with a touch of tangy dressing that brings it all together. The crunchy cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh dill make every bite burst with freshness, while the pasta adds just the right amount of heartiness. It’s versatile enough for summer picnics, potlucks, or a quick weeknight side dish. Plus, it’s vegetarian-friendly, easy to make, and can be prepared ahead of time—making your life easier while impressing family and friends.

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Fresh Cucumber Pasta Salad

Light, crisp, and bursting with flavor, this Fresh Cucumber Pasta Salad is your go-to dish when you want something refreshing yet satisfying. Made with crunchy cucumbers, tender pasta, and a tangy homemade dressing, it’s ideal for picnics, potlucks, or quick weekday meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Picnic Favorite, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean, Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked rotini or bow-tie pasta cooled
  • 1 large English cucumber thinly sliced
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
  • 1/3 cup feta cheese crumbled (optional)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp sugar (optional, to balance acidity)

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, pepper, and sugar.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cucumbers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and dill.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well coated.
  5. Sprinkle with crumbled feta (if using) before serving.
  6. Chill for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.

Notes

Use seedless cucumbers for less moisture and more crunch. This salad tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld. For extra protein, toss in grilled chicken or chickpeas.

✅ Tips:

  • Use seedless cucumbers for less moisture and more crunch.
  • This salad tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.
  • For extra protein, toss in grilled chicken or chickpeas.
Dressing:
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp sugar (optional, to balance acidity)

🥗 Instructions:

  1. Cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, Dijon, garlic, salt, pepper, and sugar.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cucumbers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and dill.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well coated.
  5. Sprinkle with crumbled feta (if using) before serving.
  6. Chill for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.

🌿 – Save this recipe on Pinterest to have it handy for your next summer gathering or weeknight meal prep. Your friends and family will thank you for this fresh, flavorful, and easy-to-make pasta salad!

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