She Sells Sea Shells Pasta Salad for Kids
Perfect for picky eaters and busy parents alike, "She Sells Sea Shells Pasta Salad for Kids" is a delightful, kid-approved recipe bursting with color, flavor, and fun. Featuring shell-shaped pasta as the star, this quick and easy pasta salad is packed with healthy veggies like shredded carrots and diced cucumbers, chunks of creamy cheddar cheese, and zesty mini pepperoni slices for a playful twist. Tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing with a hint of honey and lemon, it's a refreshing yet satisfying dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes. Ideal for lunchboxes, picnics, or weeknight dinners, it can be served chilled for an extra cooling treat. Add a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups shell-shaped pasta
- 1 medium carrot, shredded
- 0.5 cup cucumber, diced
- 0.5 cup cheddar cheese, cubed
- 0.5 cup mini pepperoni slices
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Boil a pot of water and cook the shell-shaped pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to cool it down.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, shred one medium carrot, dice the cucumber into small pieces, and cube the cheddar cheese. Set aside.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create a creamy dressing.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded carrot, diced cucumber, cubed cheddar cheese, and mini pepperoni slices.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Step 6
If desired, sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the salad for added flavor and color.
Step 7
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to chill before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1026.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2271.9 |
| Total Fat 141.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 51.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 318.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3703.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 165.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.0g | |
| Protein 83.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 25.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1054.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1240.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories