German Nudelsalat Noodle Salad
Bring a taste of Germany to your table with this vibrant and satisfying German Nudelsalat Noodle Salad! This crowd-pleasing dish combines tender pasta with savory diced ham, tangy pickles, crisp red bell peppers, and sweet peas, all brought together in a creamy, tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, pickle juice, and Dijon mustard. The perfect balance of creamy and zesty, this noodle salad pairs beautifully with barbecues, potlucks, or as a refreshing side dish for any occasion. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy make-ahead recipe that tastes even better after a few hours in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this chilled German pasta salad is destined to become a staple in your meal rotation!
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Ingredients
- 300 g Pasta (small shapes, such as elbow macaroni or penne)
- 150 g Ham (diced)
- 100 g Pickles (diced)
- 1 medium Red bell pepper (diced)
- 100 g Frozen peas
- 150 g Mayonnaise
- 100 g Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp Pickle juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the other ingredients. Dice the ham, pickles, and red bell pepper. Measure out the frozen peas and allow them to thaw slightly.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, diced ham, pickles, red bell pepper, and peas.
Step 4
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, pickle juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss until everything is well coated.
Step 6
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Step 7
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Before serving, garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1105.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2009.8 |
| Total Fat 122.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 225.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6464.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 155.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.2g | |
| Protein 63.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 160.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1267.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories