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Coleslaw Pasta Salad

Creamy Coleslaw Pasta Salad for Perfect Summer Gatherings

This Creamy Coleslaw Pasta Salad is a delightful take on a classic dish, blending crunchy coleslaw mix with ditalini pasta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Refrigeration Time 4 hours
Total Time 6 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Ditalini Pasta Other small pasta shapes work too.
  • 14-16 ounces Coleslaw Mix Can substitute with other cabbage blends.
  • 1 Sweet Onion Can be swapped for red onion or green onions.
  • 2 Celery stalks Omit if you’re not a fan.
  • 1 Cucumber Peel and seed to reduce moisture.
  • 1 Green Pepper Swap for red pepper if desired.
  • 1 can Water Chestnuts Omit or replace with chopped pickles if preferred.
  • 2 Hard-Boiled Eggs Leave out for a vegetarian option.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Full-fat mayo recommended for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Adjust or omit based on taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Substitute with white or rice vinegar if desired.
  • Salt & Pepper Adjust to your liking.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add about 8 ounces of ditalini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8–10 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled ditalini pasta with a 14-16 oz bag of coleslaw mix, finely chopped sweet onion, two stalks of celery, one peeled cucumber, and one green pepper.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar until smooth.
  4. Pour the creamy dressing over the pasta salad mixture and gently fold everything together until well combined.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best served cold for optimal freshness and texture.

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