Healthy Cucumber Pasta Salad 

This refreshing and creamy cucumber pasta salad is a delightful twist on traditional pasta salads, perfect for warm days and casual gatherings. Combining tender pasta with crisp cucumbers, red onion, and a tangy dressing, it offers a light yet satisfying dish. The use of Greek yogurt in the dressing adds a protein boost while keeping the salad creamy and flavorful. Whether you're hosting a picnic, attending a potluck, or simply looking for a quick and healthy meal, this salad is sure to impress.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces fusilli pasta
  
  

• 4 medium Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
  
  

• ¼ medium red onion, thinly sliced
  
  

• ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
  
  

• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  
  

• ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  
  

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  
  

Directions

1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fusilli pasta and cook according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
   
   

2. Prepare the Vegetables: While the pasta cooks, thinly slice the cucumbers and red onion.
   
   

3. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, chopped dill, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
   
   

4. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, sliced cucumbers, and red onion. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
   
   

5. Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 130 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 24 g
  
  

• Protein: 7 g
  
  

• Fat: 1 g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
  
  

• Sodium: 12 mg
  
  

• Potassium: 169 mg
  
  

• Fiber: 1 g
  
  

• Sugar: 3 g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 48 IU
  
  

• Vitamin C: 2 mg
  
  

• Calcium: 42 mg
  
  

• Iron: 1 mg