Coleslaw Pasta Salad
Two favorite picnic salads are combined in this crunchy, creamy salad that's perfect for potlucks and backyard barbecues.
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 261kcal
For the salad
- 8 ounces Ditalini pasta
- 1 14 oz. package coleslaw mix
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 2 ribs celery diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1 8 oz. can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese cubed
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parlsey
For the Dressing
- 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water and drain. Transfer to large bowl and add remaining salad ingredients. Toss to mix well.
In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
Serving: 1g | Calories: 261kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 315mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g