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VIRAL CRISPY PASTA SALAD

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A deliciously crispy pasta salad with fresh vegetables and a tangy yogurt dressing, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 150 grams pasta shells
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for drizzling and tossing)
  • 0.25 cup parmesan (freshly grated)
  • 0.5 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tbsp honey Dijon mustard
  • 0.5 tbsp white balsamic vinegar (to taste)
  • 1 tsp olive oil (to taste)
  • to taste salt
  • 2 cups romaine (finely diced (1/2 head))
  • 0.5 cup English cucumber (finely diced)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (diced)
  • 0.25 cup Kalamata olives
  • 0.125 cup pepperoncini (diced)

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and toss with olive oil and parmesan. Air fry at 390°F for 10–12 minutes, tossing halfway.
  • Whisk yogurt, honey Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, and salt to make the dressing.
  • Mix vegetables and dressing, then add crispy pasta and serve.

Notes

For extra crunch, air fry the pasta until golden.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Fusion
Keyword: Pasta