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Coleslaw Pasta Salad

Creamy Coleslaw Pasta Salad That Everyone Will Love

A delightful Coleslaw Pasta Salad that combines tender pasta with crunchy coleslaw and a creamy dressing, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 lb Ditalini Pasta Can be swapped with elbow macaroni or gluten-free pasta
  • 4 cups Coleslaw Mix Homemade mix works wonderfully too
  • 1 cup Canned Corn Drained; fresh or frozen corn can be used
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Diced; yellow or orange bell peppers are alternatives
  • 1 English Cucumber Chopped; Persian cucumbers can be used
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Cubes; use sharp cheddar or substitute with feta
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise The classic creamy base
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste or substitute with honey
  • 3 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar White wine vinegar is a suitable alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Parsley Consider basil or cilantro for different flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Celery Salt Omit for a lower-sodium version
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can work but change texture
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Feel free to use fresh minced garlic instead
  • Black Pepper Adjust according to your taste preference

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • colander
  • whisk

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the ditalini pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
Combine the Salad Ingredients
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled ditalini pasta, coleslaw mix, canned corn, diced red bell pepper, chopped cucumber, and cheddar cheese. Stir gently to mix.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, minced parsley, celery salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
Combine the Pasta and Dressing
  1. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently until well coated.
Chill the Salad
  1. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let flavors meld.
Serve and Enjoy
  1. Stir before serving, transfer to a serving bowl, and garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 9gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 380mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best flavor, let the salad chill for at least 2 hours and adjust seasoning to taste.

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