Description
Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Salad is a creamy and satisfying dish featuring tender pasta, crisp broccoli, sharp cheddar cheese, and a tangy dressing, perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or easy lunches.
Ingredients
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- 12 oz rotini or elbow pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets, chopped small
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, add broccoli to the boiling pasta water to blanch. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Add cooled pasta and broccoli, cheddar cheese, and red onion to the bowl.
- Toss everything together until well coated with the dressing.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Use pre-shredded broccoli slaw mix for an even quicker version.
- For extra flavor, add crumbled bacon or sunflower seeds.
- Adjust dressing thickness by adding a tablespoon of milk if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg