Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Pasta TossVeg
Elevate your mealtime with this creamy and savory Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Salad. This easy-to-make dish features tender rotini pasta tossed in a zesty, mayo-based dressing with a perfect blend of shredded cheddar cheese, crisp broccoli florets, salty bacon bits, and a hint of red onion. Whether you are prepping for a potluck or a simple family dinner, this crowd-pleasing side dish is best served chilled. A simple, delicious, and satisfying classic that never fails to impress!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients :
Rotini pasta (1 lb cooked )
shredded cheddar cheese(2 Cups )
broccoli florets (1 cup )
1 Becon (crumble)
1 as needed Red Onion (chopped)
Sauce Ingredients :
2 cups Mayonnaise
1 cup Sugar
mustard(2 tbsp)
2 tbsp Vinegar
1 tsp Paprika
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
Instructions
Step 1— Prepare the Sauce
1
In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of mayonnaise, 1/3 cup of sugar, 2 tablespoons of mustard, and 2 tablespoons of vinegar.
2
Add 1 teaspoon of paprika, along with salt and pepper to taste.
3
Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Step 2— Prepare the Salad
1
Ensure your 1 lb of rotini pasta is cooked and fully cooled. Cooling the pasta is essential so it does not absorb all the dressing.
2
In a large bowl, combine the cooked rotini, 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup of broccoli florets, 1/2 cup of bacon bits, and 1/4 cup of finely chopped red onion.
3
Pour the prepared sauce over the pasta mixture.
4
Toss everything together until the pasta and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 3— Final Touch
1
For the best flavor and texture, refrigerate the salad before serving.
