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Pink Cadillac Pasta Salad

Delicious Pink Cadillac Pasta Salad You’ll Love This Summer

Enjoy a refreshing Pink Cadillac Pasta Salad, perfect for summer gatherings with its vibrant flavors and creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 225 g Elbow Macaroni Feel free to swap with small pasta shells or rotini for variety.
For the Dressing
  • 180 g Mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter touch.
  • 3 tablespoons Ketchup Consider a tomato paste and sweetener mix for a reduced-sugar option.
  • 2 tablespoons White Vinegar Red or apple cider vinegar can change the flavor profile.
  • 2 tablespoons Sweet Relish Finely chopped pickles can work in a pinch.
For the Salad
  • 200 g Diced Ham or Turkey For a vegetarian version, swap with chickpeas.
  • 2 pieces Celery Stalks Chopped; bell peppers make a colorful alternative.
  • 1/2 small Red Onion Finely diced; green onions can provide a milder flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste based on preference.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Feel free to adjust to your spice tolerance.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add 225g of elbow macaroni and cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 180g of mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons of ketchup, 2 tablespoons of white vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of sweet relish. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. Once the pasta has cooled, gently fold it into the bowl with the dressing. Add in 200g of diced ham or turkey, 2 chopped celery stalks, and 1/2 small finely diced red onion. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the Pink Cadillac Pasta Salad for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill for flavor, mix up your pasta, and customize with extra veggies or proteins. Store leftovers smartly to maintain freshness.

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