Peas and Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Peas and Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound cavatappi pasta; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion; 1 (15-ounce) jar salad dressing (recommended: Miracle Whip); 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar; 10 ounces frozen peas, thawed; 1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese; 6 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled

Servings: persons

1 pound cavatappi pasta
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 (15-ounce) jar salad dressing (recommended: Miracle Whip)
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
10 ounces frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
6 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled

1
Cook the pasta in salted boiling water as directed on box for al dente, about 8 minutes.
2
Drain and place the cooked pasta in a large bowl filled with ice water to stop the pasta from over cooking.
3
Stir until the pasta is cool, then drain in a colander shaking to release as much water as possible.
4
To make the dressing: In a large bowl mix the red onion, salad dressing, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and sugar.
5
Taste and then season with a pinch of salt and grind or two of pepper.
6
Add the pasta and completely coat with the dressing.
7
Add in the peas, cheese, and bacon.
8
Cook's Note: If making ahead, cover and refrigerate the salad until ready to serve, then add the bacon right before serving.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound cavatappi pasta, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1 (15-ounce) jar salad dressing (recommended: Miracle Whip), and more.

Yes, Peas and Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Peas and Pasta Salad

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