Creamy Pasta Salad With Rice Cake Recipe

Name: Creamy Pasta Salad With Rice Cake
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: pasta: 100g; cherry tomatoes: 50g; creamy dressing: 30g; rice cake: 9g; herbs and spices: 0g

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If you're in the mood for a light yet satisfying dish that beautifully combines carbs, proteins, and healthy fats, then the Creamy Pasta Salad with Rice Cake is the perfect choice. This delightful dish features perfectly cooked pasta and juicy cherry tomatoes, all tossed in a creamy dressing, then topped with a crispy rice cake. It's a unique twist on the classic pasta salad and is sure to impress with its blend of textures and flavors.

🌎 Fusion: Main Course

🔥 Calories 350kcal
🍗 Protein 10g
🍚 Carbs 50g
🧈 Fat 10g

🥗 Ingredients:

pasta (100g)
cherry tomatoes (50g)
creamy dressing (30g)
rice cake (9g)
herbs and spices (0g)

🍳 How to cook (2 servings):

Cooking Time: 20 minutesPreperation Time: 10 minutes

Preparing the Pasta

Start by boiling water in a large pot. Add salt to taste. Once the water is boiling, add 100 grams of pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and let it cool.

Making the Creamy Dressing

In a small bowl, mix approximately 30 grams of mayonnaise or yogurt with your choice of herbs and spices until smooth. Adjust the seasoning according to taste.

Assembling the Salad

In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, 50 grams of halved cherry tomatoes, and the creamy dressing. Toss everything together until the pasta and tomatoes are well-coated with the dressing.

Preparing the Rice Cake

Place a rice cake on top of the salad before serving. You might also choose to lightly toast the rice cake in a pan for extra crispiness.

Serving

Serve the dish immediately, either as a refreshing lunch or a light dinner. It can also be chilled in the refrigerator before serving if you prefer a cooler dish.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

This dish is a great source of complex carbohydrates from the pasta and rice cake, providing sustained energy. It also contains healthy fats from the creamy dressing, especially if you choose a yogurt-based dressing. The cherry tomatoes add a dose of vitamins and antioxidants, making this a balanced and nutritious meal.