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Crack Pasta Salad Recipe (Addictive and Easy to Make!)

Crack Pasta Salad

Welcome to the world of delicious flavors and textures with our irresistible Crack Pasta Salad. This delightful dish is perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or just a simple family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula or Wooden Spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Chopping Board and Knife

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Once the water is at a rolling boil, add the 8 ounces of rotini pasta. Cook according to the package instructions, typically around 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain the pasta using a colander and rinse it under cold water.
  2. Step 2: While the pasta is cooking, chop the 1 cup of cherry tomatoes in half, 1 cup of cucumber into diced pieces, and 1 cup of bell pepper into small cubes. Finely chop 1/2 cup of red onion as well. Place them into a large mixing bowl.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of crumbled cooked bacon to the bowl of veggies. The cheese will melt slightly with the warmth of the pasta.
  4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients: 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, 1/4 cup of sour cream, 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Step 5: Once the pasta has cooled completely, add it to the bowl with the vegetable, cheese, and bacon mixture. Pour the dressing over the entire mixture. Using a spatula or wooden spoon, gently toss everything together until well coated.
  6. Step 6: Cover the salad with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

To make your Crack Pasta Salad even more tailored to your taste, consider substituting ingredients or adding more vegetables.