For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing. Feel free to experiment with different colored bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange) for added visual appeal. If you don't have sweet onion, you can soak regular onion in ice water for 10 minutes to mellow the flavor. This salad is best served cold. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Sweet and Sour Pasta Salad
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME12 hrs 35 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS21
A vibrant and tangy pasta salad, perfect for picnics and barbecues. This make-ahead dish combines tender pasta with crisp vegetables in a zesty sweet and sour dressing. It's a refreshing side that pairs beautifully with grilled meats and gets better as it sits!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate46 g
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Fiber2 g
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Protein6 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium146 mg
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Sugar17 g
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Fat15 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepBring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the seashell pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes. Drain the pasta thoroughly and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. This ensures the pasta doesn't become mushy. (10 mins)
02
StepIn a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sliced cucumbers, thinly sliced sweet onion, chopped green bell peppers, and drained pimento peppers. Ensure the vegetables are evenly distributed. (5 mins)
03
StepIn a separate bowl, whisk together the condensed tomato soup, white sugar, cider vinegar, and vegetable oil until the dressing is smooth and well combined. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness to your preference. (3 mins)
04
StepPour the sweet and sour dressing over the pasta and vegetable mixture. Gently toss to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the pasta mushy. (2 mins)
05
StepCover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 12-24 hours before serving, stirring occasionally to redistribute the dressing. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully. (12-24 hours)
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Gregoria Rogahn
May 23, 2025I substituted multi-colored peppers and it looked so pretty!
Kasey Bartell
May 6, 2025I found it a little too sweet for my taste, so I reduced the sugar by a quarter cup. It was perfect after that!
Nels Stokes
Apr 14, 2025This salad was a hit at my family gathering! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.
Jerrell Mann
Apr 12, 2025I made this the day before a picnic, and it was perfect. The flavors really did blend together overnight.