German Pasta salad can be eaten as a side dish for a BBQ, as part of a traditional German Abendbrot, or for itself as a lunch option. Perfect for takeaway and very versatile in using different vegetables and meats.
Cook pasta in salted water until al dente, strain and let cool.
Blanch vegetables if using frozen ones, strain and let cool.
Add pasta, peas, corn, chopped cornichons and diced ham/sausage into a bowl
Mix a sauce with mayonnaise, yoghurt and some of the pickling liquid from the cucumbers. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Add sauce to the pasta in the bowl.
Let the salad sit for a minimum of 2 hours in the fridge before serving. Adjust seasoning to taste.