Description
This creamy pasta salad with coleslaw dressing is a delicious and easy side perfect for picnics and barbecues.
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups mayonnaise
- 4 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp cider vinegar
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp onion, finely grated
- 1 tbsp celery seeds
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 16 oz ditalini pasta
- 16 oz coleslaw mix
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the ditalini pasta. Cook until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, cider vinegar, sugar, and salt. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
- Add the grated onion, celery seeds, and black pepper to the dressing, adjusting seasoning to taste.
- Gently toss the cooled pasta in the dressing until coated, then fold in the coleslaw mix to combine.
- Transfer the pasta salad to a serving bowl and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra crunch, add diced bell peppers or crispy bacon. This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg