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Mardi Gras Pasta Salad

A festive, crunchy pasta salad with sweet corn, crisp purple cabbage, and a creamy, tangy dressing—perfect for potlucks and BBQs.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound spiral pasta
  • ½ cup shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 cup whole kernel corn
  • ½ cup finely chopped green onions
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
  • ½ teaspoon dried leaf basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the spiral pasta in boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter and sauté the corn for about two minutes until lightly golden. Add to the pasta.
  3. Stir in the shredded purple cabbage and chopped green onions.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, dried basil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  5. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately at room temperature or refrigerate to serve chilled later.

Notes

Chill for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld. Add crunchy toppings right before serving to keep them crisp.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: pasta salad, Mardi Gras, potluck, vegetarian, summer recipe