Creamy Poolside Veggies Pasta Salad

15 minutes to prepare serves 8-10

INGREDIENTS:

1 package (16 oz.) tri-color fusilli or rotini pasta
3/4 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup Greek yogurt
1 (1 oz.) package powdered ranch dressing mix
1 medium cucumber, quartered and thinly sliced
2 cups broccoli florets (1 small head), roughly chopped

2 cups asparagus, woody ends removed, chopped
2 bell peppers, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, sliced into matchsticks or grated
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

PREPARATION:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions.
2 minutes before pasta is fully cooked, add broccoli and asparagus to the pot. Strain pasta and vegetables and set aside.
Add mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, ranch mix, and garlic powder to a large serving bowl and whisk to combine …