This Healthy Creamy Pasta Salad is a delightful blend of fresh veggies and a creamy dressing, perfect for any occasion.

Scale

1 lb. curly-shaped pasta (such as fusilli or gemelli)

1 lb. cherry tomatoes

halved

1 cup frozen/thawed green peas

1/2 cup finely chopped red onion

1/2 cup finely chopped celery

1 (3 to 4 oz.) can sliced black olives

3 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh chives

3 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill

1/3 cup mayonnaise or full-fat Greek yogurt (I use avocado oil mayo)

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1 Tbsp. lemon zest

plus 3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

1 tsp. kosher salt

1/2 tsp. black pepper

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and let cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, green peas, red onion, celery, black olives, chives, and dill.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Feel free to add any other vegetables or proteins you like to customize this salad to your taste.

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