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.
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How to Make Another Catalina Pasta Salad
Cook 1 pound of rotini pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water until completely cooled.
While pasta cooks, chop 1 medium green bell pepper.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta and chopped green pepper.
Add 16 ounces of Catalina dressing and 1/2 cup mayonnaise. Stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
(Optional) Add 6-8 hard-boiled eggs, sliced. Gently fold into the pasta mixture.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for best flavor).
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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How long does it take to make Another Catalina Pasta Salad?
Another Catalina Pasta Salad takes about 41 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 26 minutes to cook.
How many calories are in Another Catalina Pasta Salad?
Another Catalina Pasta Salad has approximately 582 calories per serving, with about 21 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 45 g fat.
What ingredients do I need for Another Catalina Pasta Salad?
The key ingredients for Another Catalina Pasta Salad are Pasta, Green Pepper, Catalina Dressing, Mayonnaise, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.
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