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You’ll Never Guess This Creamy Pasta Salad is Vegan

A big bowl of creamy vegan pasta salad
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
10 min
Yields
4-6 servings

Perfect for potlucks, picnics, and beach days, this super simple vegan pasta salad is a crowd-pleaser that everyone can enjoy! Loaded with fresh veggies, vibrant flavours, and a creamy coconut yogurt-based dressing, it’s a summery side that makes for great leftovers, too.

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ingredients

10
oz rotini pasta, uncooked
¼
cup coconut yogurt (I like Maison Riviera Coconut Milk Vegan Delight)
2
Tbsp vegan mayo
2
tsp maple syrup
2
Tbsp tahini
1
Tbsp Dijon mustard
1
tsp garlic powder
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
1
cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
1
cup cucumber, cut into half moons
cup red onion, diced
cup green olives, sliced
1
lemon, juiced
¼
cup fresh parsley, chopped
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directions

Notes

Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.

Step 1

Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain pasta water and rinse with cold water until cooled.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine vegan yogurt, vegan mayo, maple syrup, tahini, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined.

Vegan pasta salad dressing in a small bowl
Step 3

To a large bowl add cooked and cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and green olives. Toss until evenly distributed.

Ingredients for vegan pasta salad in a large bowl
Step 4

Pour over the creamy dressing and squeeze in the lemon juice. Toss until everything is evenly dressed. Sprinkle with parsley, toss and season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve and enjoy!

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