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Pasta Salad With Tomatoes and Basil

pasta salad on a serving plate with tomatoes and basil

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This simple pasta salad features grape tomatoes, basil, and garlic, all brought together in a creamy sour cream and mayonnaise dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound rotini or similar pasta
  • zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 3 cloves garlic, mashed and finely minced
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise (or more, to taste)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 dozen grape tomatoes, halved (about 1 pint)
  • 4 tablespoons finely chopped Italian flat-leaf parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta in boiling salted water following the package directions. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Meanwhile, combine the lemon juice, garlic, 3/4 cup of mayonnaise, and sour cream in a large bowl. Blend well.
  3. Add the warm pasta to the bowl along with the red onion and grape tomatoes. Add the herbs and toss to mix the ingredients thoroughly. Add extra mayonnaise, if desired.
  4. Taste the salad and add salt and pepper, as needed.
  5. Chill thoroughly before serving.