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Coleslaw Pasta Salad

Coleslaw Pasta Salad: The Ultimate Summer Side Delight

Celebrate summer with this refreshing Coleslaw Pasta Salad, a crowd-pleasing side dish that's perfect for gatherings and easy to customize.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Ditalini Pasta or elbow macaroni
  • 14 oz Coleslaw Mix shredded cabbage and carrots
  • 1 cup Corn drained
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper
  • 1 medium English Cucumber
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese cubed
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for lighter option
  • 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar
  • 3 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Minced Parsley
  • 1 tsp Celery Salt
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta: Boil salted water, add ditalini pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Combine the vegetables: In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta with coleslaw mix, corn, red bell pepper, and cucumber.
  3. Prepare the dressing: Whisk mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, parsley, celery salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper in a separate bowl.
  4. Toss the salad: Pour dressing over pasta mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Chill the salad: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize this salad by adding grilled chicken or fresh fruits to suit your taste. It’s best served chilled and can be stored for 2-3 days in the fridge.

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