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Spinach Dip Pasta Salad Recipe

Spinach Dip Pasta Salad Recipe
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A creamy and flavorful Spinach Dip Pasta Salad combining tender penne pasta with fresh sautéed spinach, a tangy sour cream and mayo base, and a blend of garlic, onion, and parsley seasonings. Perfectly chilled to let the flavors meld, this pasta salad makes a refreshing and easy side dish for picnics, potlucks, or family meals.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 1 lb penne pasta (cooked & cooled)

Spinach

  • 10 oz fresh baby spinach

Dressing

  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp dried parsley
  • Salt & pepper (to taste)

Optional

  • 1/4 cup artichoke hearts (diced)

Instructions

  1. Sauté Spinach: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add the fresh baby spinach. Stir occasionally and cook just until the spinach wilts, being careful not to overcook it or make it mushy. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
  2. Prepare Dressing: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly blended.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add the cooled sautéed spinach and diced artichoke hearts (if using) to the dressing mixture. Stir until all elements are uniformly incorporated.
  4. Add Pasta: Pour the cooked and cooled penne pasta into the spinach dip mixture. Stir gently to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy dressing.
  5. Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least four hours or preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and the salad to chill thoroughly.
  6. Serve: Before serving, give the salad a final stir and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve cold as a delicious, creamy pasta salad side dish.

Notes

  • Make sure to cool the sautéed spinach completely before mixing to avoid making the salad watery.
  • The artichoke hearts are optional but add a nice texture and flavor contrast.
  • For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream and use light mayonnaise.
  • This salad keeps well refrigerated for up to 2 days but is best served fresh within 24 hours.
  • Feel free to add chopped green onions or shredded cheese for extra flavor variations.

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Keywords: spinach dip pasta salad, creamy pasta salad, penne pasta salad, vegetarian pasta salad, picnic side dish

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