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Corn, Cucumber, and Pasta Salad (Made Two Ways)

Here's how you make Corn, Cucumber, and Pasta Salad (Made Two Ways)
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  • Servings: 5
  • Prep: 10m
  • Cook: 15m
    • The following recipe serves 5 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 1 cup dry ditalini pasta
  • 1/2 English cucumber (or seedless cucumber, lightly seeded peeled and diced, 1 1/2 cups)
  • 3/4 to 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
  • 1 large celery rib, small diced
  • 3 scallions, diced (white and green parts)
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional or goat)
  • 1 tablespoon mint, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon basil, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
  • Dressing #1
  • 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons Miracle Whip Salad Dressing (mayonnaise can be used, but, you may want to add a little sugar)
  • 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Dressing #2
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons oil (olive oil)
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced (you need 2-3 tablespoons of juice)
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Fresh ground pepper to taste (I like a blend of peppercorns)
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Pasta ... Cook the pasta according to package directions in plenty of salted water. Drain the pasta well, rinse, and cool. You want the pasta completely cooled before making the salad.

  • Step 2: Cucumber ... I like to use an English (seedless) cucumber; but, I still lightly scoop out the seeds. If using a 'classic' cucumber, remove all of the seeds. Once peeled, cut in half lengthwise; then, use a spoon to scoop out the seeds. Then, dice the cucumber, and lay on a plate lined with a paper towel to dry.

  • Step 3: Dressing ... You can use either dressing; both are delicious. Mix the ingredients in a small bowl; and set to the side. Note: I'm not the biggest fan of Miracle Whip; but, it seems to work best in this dressing. If you don't have Miracle Whip, use mayonnaise and a little sugar. Miracle Whip tends to be a bit sweeter.

  • Step 4: Salad ... Add the cucumber, corn, celery, scallions, cooled pasta, mint, basil, parsley, and the dressing to a large bowl and toss. The cheese is optional; but, I really enjoy - especially with Dressing #2. Although, it is good with either dressing. If you decide to add the cheese, lightly toss once more, and season again with salt and pepper if necessary. I tend to dress this salad lightly; you could always make more dressing if you like a 'wetter' dressed salad.

  • Step 5: Serve and ENJOY! ... As mentioned, a perfect potluck, picnic, BBQ, or party food dish; and, great to make ahead. It was a summer staple at our house, especially with the garden vegetables.

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