Great Summer Pasta Coleslaw: Pairs Well with BBQ
The Ultimate Pasta Coleslaw: A Summer BBQ Favorite
When summer rolls around, I’m always on the lookout for simple, crowd-pleasing dishes to bring to BBQs, picnics, and potlucks. One dish that never fails to impress? My Pasta Coleslaw! It’s a fun twist on a classic coleslaw that combines tender pasta with a creamy, tangy dressing and crunchy veggies. The best part? It’s super easy to make, and it’s always a hit with everyone who tries it.
Why You’ll Love This Pasta Coleslaw
- Perfect for BBQs: This dish pairs beautifully with grilled meats like burgers, ribs, and chicken.
- Easy to Make: You can whip this up quickly, even on busy summer days.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Every time I serve this, I’m asked for the recipe—it’s that good!
The Recipe
The full recipe is below, but here’s a quick rundown: Cook Ditalini pasta, toss it with shredded coleslaw mix, and fold it all together with a creamy homemade dressing. You can even add extra veggies or protein to make it your own.
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Tips for Making the Best Pasta Coleslaw
- Choose the Right Pasta: Go for pasta shapes that hold the dressing well, I prefer Ditalini
- Keep It Cool: Chill before mixing for the freshest taste.
- Make It Ahead: This dish tastes even better after a few hours in the fridge, so it’s a great make-ahead option!
Whether you’re hosting a backyard cookout or just looking for a fun new side dish, this Pasta Coleslaw will be your go-to summer recipe. Give it a try—I promise you’ll love it as much as I do!
Pasta Coleslaw
Ingredients
Salad
- 1 1/2 cups dry ditalini pasta noodles (cook according to directions and chill in refrigerator until cool
- 1 10 oz bag angel hair coleslaw
- 1 carrot shredded
- 1/2 English Cucumber diced
- 4 sweet mini peppers assorted colors diced
Dressing
- 1 1/3 cup Miracle Whip Dressing
- 1/3 cup Sugar
- 1/4 cup Rice Wine Vinegar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Instructions
- combine salad ingredients (keep noodles seperate) refrigerate
- whisk together dressing ingredients and refrigerate
- Right before serving combine refrigerated pasta, salad and dressing and mix thoroughly. Refrigerate until ready to serve
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