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Crispy Pasta Salad

Viral crispy pasta salad combines golden air-fried pasta, fresh vegetables, and a creamy dressing for a fun, crunchy twist on the classic.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: crispy pasta salad recipe, viral crispy pasta salad
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

Pasta Salad

  • 8 ounces uncooked bowtie pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup diced English cucumber
  • 1 cup halved grape tomatoes
  • ¼ cup diced red onion

Dressing

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ⅓ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Boil 8 ounces uncooked bowtie pasta al dente according to package directions and drain.
  • Place the cooked pasta into the air fryer and add 1 tablespoon olive oil, ¼ teaspoon garlic salt, 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Shake the basket to toss and coat the pasta.
  • Air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 12-15 minutes, shaking the pasta halfway through the cook time.
  • In a large bowl, combine 3 cups chopped Romaine lettuce, 1 cup diced English cucumber, 1 cup halved grape tomatoes, ¼ cup diced red onion, and the cooked pasta.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together ½ cup mayonnaise, ⅓ cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and pasta and toss to coat well. Serve immediately.

Notes

Storage Tips
  • Serving: Crispy pasta salad is best enjoyed right away, as the pasta will soften in the dressing. Add the pasta and dressing right before serving.
  • Make Ahead: If you want to make this salad ahead of time, store the salad, pasta, and dressing separately. Assemble right before enjoying!

Nutrition

Calories: 516kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 572mg | Potassium: 425mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 3680IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 112mg | Iron: 2mg

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