Gather the following ingredients to make your Creamy Pasta Salad:
- 1 lb (450g) pasta (penne, rotini, or bowtie work well)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red or yellow)
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)