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Another Catalina Pasta Salad Recipe

This creamy, dreamy Catalina Pasta Salad is a crowd-pleaser! Inspired by a chili-mac pasta salad, this recipe uses rotini pasta for a fun twist. Skip the eggs (unless you love that eggy aroma!) and focus on the vibrant flavors of Catalina dressing, mayo, and crisp green peppers. Make it ahead for a stress-free potluck dish or enjoy it the same day – the longer it chills, the better it tastes! This recipe offers a customizable approach, allowing you to adjust the dressing quantity to your liking.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 26 mins
Calories 582 kcal
Protein 21g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Another Catalina Pasta Salad

  • 1 pound rotini pasta
  • 1 medium green bell pepper
  • 24 ounces Catalina dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 6-8 hard-boiled eggs

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How to Make Another Catalina Pasta Salad

  1. Cook 1 pound of rotini pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water until completely cooled.
  2. While pasta cooks, chop 1 medium green bell pepper.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta and chopped green pepper.
  4. Add 16 ounces of Catalina dressing and 1/2 cup mayonnaise. Stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
  5. (Optional) Add 6-8 hard-boiled eggs, sliced. Gently fold into the pasta mixture.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for best flavor).
  7. Before serving, stir in an additional 8 ounces of Catalina dressing. Adjust to your desired level of creaminess.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

19g

Carbs

22g

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