Perfect Spicy Sausage Pasta Salad Recipe

Get ready for a flavor explosion! This ridiculously easy Spicy Sausage Pasta Salad is gorgeous, addictive, and ready in under 15 minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a potluck party, this recipe uses beer sticks (similar to pepperoni or salami – they're called beer sticks in New Zealand, but you might know them by another name) for a spicy kick. One bite and you'll be hooked! Prep time excludes the 10 minutes it takes to microwave your pasta (add plenty of salt and olive oil to the pasta water for extra flavor!).

Prep Time 8 mins
Cook Time 8 mins
Calories 237.3 kcal
Protein 16g
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Ingredients for Perfect Spicy Sausage Pasta Salad

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How to Make Perfect Spicy Sausage Pasta Salad

  1. Cook 250g pasta according to package directions, usually about 10 minutes in the microwave. Add a generous pinch of salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pasta water.
  2. Drain the pasta thoroughly.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, 2 chopped spring onions, and 200g sliced beer sticks.
  4. Add 1/2 cup of Thousand Island dressing and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for later. Garnish with extra spring onions if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

0g

Carbs

15g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Perfect Spicy Sausage Pasta Salad?

Perfect Spicy Sausage Pasta Salad takes about 16 minutes from start to finish — roughly 8 minutes to prepare and 8 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Perfect Spicy Sausage Pasta Salad?

Perfect Spicy Sausage Pasta Salad has approximately 237.3 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Perfect Spicy Sausage Pasta Salad?

The key ingredients for Perfect Spicy Sausage Pasta Salad are Spiral Shaped Pasta, Spring Onions, Beer Sticks, Thousand Island Dressing. See the full list with measurements above.

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