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Curry Pasta Salad

Curry Pasta Salad: A Refreshing Twist for Your Next Feast

Curry Pasta Salad offers a colorful mix of flavors, ideal for gatherings and meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Indian, Vegetarian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 200 grams Fusilli Pasta
For the Dressing
  • 150 grams Plain Yoghurt Substitute with plant-based yogurt for a vegan option.
  • 100 grams Mayonnaise Can be replaced with vegan mayo.
  • 2 tablespoons Madras Curry Powder Try different curry powders for varying heat.
  • 2 tablespoons Mango Chutney
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar (apple cider or white)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For the Salad
  • 150 grams Sweetcorn Adds a sweet, crunchy texture.
  • 1 medium Red Pepper Substitute with any bell pepper.
  • 1 medium Red Onion Switch to scallions for a milder taste.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Best deseeded to avoid sogginess.
  • 1 medium Carrot Grate finely to blend in seamlessly.
  • 50 grams Chopped Coriander/Cilantro Feel free to experiment with other herbs.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add the fusilli pasta and cook according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool it down.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine plain yoghurt, mayonnaise, Madras curry powder, mango chutney, vinegar, and a pinch of salt. Using a whisk, mix these ingredients thoroughly until smooth and creamy, creating the dressing.
  3. Chop your vegetables: dice the sweetcorn, red pepper, and red onion; grate the carrot; and slice the cucumber.
  4. Add the cooled fusilli pasta, chopped vegetables, and chopped coriander/cilantro into the mixing bowl with the dressing. Gently stir everything together.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cook fusilli slightly beyond al dente for better texture and rinse thoroughly after cooking to halt the cooking process. Always refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

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