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Pasta Salad Recipe

Creamy Pasta Salad

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Create a delicious creamy pasta salad that’s sure to impress with its vibrant colors and rich textures. This dish, perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a refreshing side, combines simple ingredients to create a crowd-pleaser. With the creaminess of mayonnaise dressing perfectly complementing fresh vegetables like broccoli and bell peppers, this pasta salad is both satisfying and versatile. It can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the refrigerator. Follow this easy recipe to whip up a delightful meal that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 16 ounces ditalini pasta
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • ½ red onion, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, minced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 3.8 ounces sliced olives (1 can)
  • 1 cup Colby Jack cheese, cubed
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons white apple vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Cook ditalini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with broccoli, red onion, red bell pepper, cucumber, olives, and cheese.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, pepper, and salt.
  4. Pour dressing over the pasta mixture and gently fold until evenly coated.
  5. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 530mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg