This bright and creamy Einkorn Pasta Salad is a go-to for picnics, potlucks, and easy weeknight dinners. Made with our organic einkorn fusilli, it delivers the rich depth and superior nutrition of ancient grains while keeping things light and refreshing.
We know from experience that summer foods often need to be simple and quick to make the cut. This recipe comes together in 20 minutes and is easy to customize based on your taste, making it an excellent choice for busy week nights or large groups of people.
Why Use Einkorn Fusilli in Pasta Salad?
Why not just use regular pasta? We have dedicated a lot of time to developing a pasta that combines the best ingredients with traditional pasta making practices to create a nutritious and delicious product. Here are a few things that make our pasta special.
– Better Digestion & Nutrition: Our Fusilli Pasta is made from 100% organic Einkorn flour, which is higher in many essential nutrients. We also include a higher percentage of fiber in our flour than most traditional pasta brands. Additionally, many report fewer sensitivities to Einkorn flour compared to modern wheat.
– Texture and Flavor Perfection: The fusilli shape holds the creamy dressing and veggies beautifully without getting soggy. Our pasta production practices also yield improved texture by using traditional shaping methods. Einkorn also contributes to a rich and full flavor you won’t get with other pastas.
– Regenerative Roots: All of the grain used to make our pastas are grown on our organic regenerative family farm. Our farming practices ensure that the food you eat not only nourishes your body, but also the ground it was grown in.
Options for Customization
This recipe is simple and easy to adapt to your taste. Here are a few options to consider:
The Sauce: This pasta salad uses a mayo based sauce for a creamy texture, but to balance the fattiness, we included greek yogurt and lemon juice. If you like it a little more tangy, bump up the lemon juice! If you want it to be a bit more rich cut it down. You could also add mors herbs such as basil or dill for a more complex flavor.
The Veggies: We chose to stick with cucumber and bell pepper which brought a nice variety on color and texture, but celery, cherry tomatoes, and olives would all fit beautifully with this dish. If you really want a flavor boost, adding green, white, or purple onions would do the trick. If you want to avoid strong onion flavor, which can be overwhelming in a mild dish like this, try soaking the onions in hot water or white vinegar. This makes them more palatable.
Tips for Ancient Grains Success
– Einkorn pasta cooks beautifully but can be more delicate than modern pasta — avoid overcooking for the best bite.
– Fresh herbs and crisp veggies balance the nutty einkorn flavor perfectly. Use what’s in season from your garden or local market.
– Make it ahead: This salad improves after sitting, making it ideal for meal prep or gatherings.
– Storage: Keeps well in the fridge for 3–4 days. Stir before serving; add a splash of lemon or olive oil if it is too thick.
Einkorn Fusilli Pasta Salad
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Dry Einkorn Fusilli
- 1 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1/4 Cup Mayo
- 1/4 Cup Greek Yogurt
- 2 Tbsp Lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
- 3 Tbsp Fresh chopped Parsley
- 1/2 Cup Diced bell pepper
- 1/2 Cup Diced Cucumber
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Once cooked, strain off the cooking water and rinse with cold water. Let the past cool in the strainer while prepping the other ingredients.
- In a large mixing bowl, make the sauce by whisking together the mayo, yogurt, olive oil, salt, chopped parsley and garlic powder.
- Dice the cucumber and bell pepper.
- Add vegetables and pasta to the bowl and mix until everything is coated in the sauce.
- Serve right away if needed, but it tastes best after resting for at least an hour.
