Classic Pasta Salad – Cool Cooking Recipes

Ingredients

• 8 oz (about 2 cups) elbow macaroni or any short pasta
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional for garnish)