Cajun Pasta Salad
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Cajun Pasta Salad
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This Cajun Pasta Salad is just so good! Really bursting with flavor. Just a little kick, but nothing too much. Perfect for a Summer BBQ!! Yum! If you make this ahead of time (say several hours early...add a little extra water, as it will thicken as it sits in the fridge).
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Ingredients
- kosher salt
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoon olive oil divided, good-quality
- ½ cup shallot finely minced
- 1 cup red bell pepper cored, seeded, and finely chopped
- 1 cup celery finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 3 tablespoon mustard see Note, Creole/Cajun style or whole grain Dijon mustard
- 1 ½ cups mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce ie, Tobasco, Crystals
- ¼ cup parsley chopped, for garnish, fresh
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the pasta and cook for 9 minutes, until tender.
- Drain in colander and rinse with cool water.
- Transfer to a large bowl and mix in 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- In a separate medium bowl, combine the remaining ingredients, including the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons water, to thin slightly.
- Adjust seasonings, to taste.
- Add the macaroni and mix.
- Top with chopped parsley.
Notes
- If you can't find Creole or Cajun mustard, any kind of whole grain, or spicy, or even just Dijon work just fine.
- You can make the pasta several hours before serving. Just rinse after cooking, then toss with the oil then cover with plastic wrap. No need to refrigerate.
- You can also make the dressing several hours before serving, after mixing together, cover with plastic wrap, and keep in the refrigerator.
- Just before serving, mix pasta with dressing and a couple tablespoons of water. You don't want the dressing too thick. Best served at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
295kcal
(15%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 295 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 295kcal | 15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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