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Mardi Gras Pasta Salad

Mardi Gras Pasta Salad: Quick, Colorful, and Customizable Delight

Mardi Gras Pasta Salad is a vibrant and customizable dish that brings joyful flavors to any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Spiral Pasta Feel free to swap with any pasta shape you love.
For the Crunch
  • 2 cups Shredded Purple Cabbage Green cabbage is a great milder substitute.
  • 1 cup Whole Kernel Corn Frozen corn can be an easy alternative.
  • 3 tablespoons Finely Chopped Green Onions Chives can be a suitable replacement.
For the Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Olive oil can be a healthier option.
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Adjust to taste or use Greek yogurt for a lighter twist.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon-style Mustard Yellow mustard can substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Leaf Basil Italian seasoning or fresh basil are alternatives.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spiral pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and cool slightly.
  2. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the whole kernel corn and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until golden. Remove from heat and cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sautéed corn, shredded cabbage, and green onions. Gently toss to mix well.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, dried basil, and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to ensure everything is coated.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least one hour to meld the flavors, then serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is customizable; feel free to add proteins or extra veggies to suit your taste.

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