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Reuben Pasta Salad

Reuben Pasta Salad: Creamy Comfort for Potlucks & Meal Prep

Reuben Pasta Salad combines classic Reuben flavors with pasta for a delicious dish perfect for potlucks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 8 ounces dry macaroni noodles cook al dente
  • 12 ounces deli corned beef cut into thick, bite-sized pieces
  • 8 ounces Swiss cheese shred or cube
  • 15 ounces sauerkraut drain well
  • 1 cup dill pickles dice for blending
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Thousand Island dressing homemade version recommended
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise adjust for desired creaminess
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon or stone ground mustard optional
  • 2 tablespoons sauerkraut brine optional for flavor
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Medium bowl
  • Large mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil and add the dry macaroni noodles. Cook until al dente, about 7-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Dice the deli corned beef into thick pieces and slice the Swiss cheese. Drain the sauerkraut and chop the dill pickles.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine Thousand Island dressing, mayonnaise, mustard, and sauerkraut brine. Mix until smooth.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, add cooled macaroni, corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and dill pickles. Pour the dressing and gently stir until coated.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Reuben Pasta Salad tastes even better when made a day ahead. Enjoy it cold for the best flavor.

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