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Serving bowl filled with coleslaw macaroni salad with a creamy dressing, shredded carrots and cabbage, and cooked pasta, ready to be served.

Creamy Coleslaw Pasta Salad

Creamy coleslaw pasta salad is full of amazing texture and flavor — the perfect mashup of two BBQ favorites in one easy side dish! Made with a rich, creamy dressing, it's even better when made ahead so the flavors can really meld together. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser at any summer gathering!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Additional Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 12 Servings
Author: Carlee

Ingredients

  • 14 oz. bag coleslaw mix
  • 8 oz. ditalini pasta
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 Tablespoons vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1½ teaspoons celery seed
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
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Instructions

  • Cook 8 oz. ditalini pasta according to the package directions. Drain and rinse. Set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, mix together 1 cup mayonnaise, 2 Tablespoons vinegar, 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar, 1½ teaspoons celery seed, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
  • Add the pasta and toss to coat in the dressing. Stir in 14 oz. bag coleslaw mix.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  • Stir before serving.

Notes

Feel free to use your favorite vinegar. White vinegar, apple cider vinegar, and white wine vinegar are all great options.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 259mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 46IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
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