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Creamy Fruit Pasta Salad

Creamy Fruit Pasta Salad: 1 Way to Beat Summer Heat


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  • Author: Annabelle
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and flavorful pasta salad with creamy dressing and fresh fruits.


Ingredients

  • Pasta (cooked): 2 cups
  • Cream cheese: 4 ounces
  • Milk: 1/4 cup
  • Honey: 1 tablespoon
  • Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
  • Salt: to taste
  • Pepper: to taste
  • Apple (diced): 1
  • Grapes (halved): 1 cup
  • Walnuts (chopped): 1/4 cup


Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together cream cheese, milk, honey, and lemon juice until smooth.
  3. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Add pasta, apple, grapes, and walnuts to the dressing.
  5. Toss gently to combine.
  6. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can add other fruits like berries or oranges.
  • Adjust the sweetness and tartness to your liking.
  • For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Tossing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg