Like No Other Pasta Salad Recipe

Like No Other Pasta Salad Recipe

  • 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
  • 1/2 large onion, chopped
  • 1/2 large cucumber, sliced
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 1/2 cup white vinegar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground mustard
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook penne at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Transfer to a large bowl.
  2. Blend onion, cucumber, canola oil, vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, salt, mustard, parsley, and pepper in a food processor or blender until smooth, about 2 minutes.
  3. Pour sauce over pasta; toss to coat. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.