Seven Layer Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Seven Layer Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (4 ounce) cups uncooked bow tie pasta; 2 cups broccoli florets; 2 medium tomatoes, chopped; 1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped; 1/4 cup diced red onion; 1 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 cup plain yogurt; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon curry powder; 1 (9 ounce) cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 tablespoon bacon bits; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

2 (4 ounce) cups uncooked bow tie pasta
2 cups broccoli florets
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup diced red onion
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1 (9 ounce) cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon bacon bits
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

1
Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
2
Place broccoli in boiling water.
3
Cover and cook 1 minute; drain.
4
Immediately rinse with cold water; drain.
5
While pasta is cooking, layer tomatoes, broccoli, bell pepper and onion in 2-quart glass serving bowl.
6
Mix mayonnaise, yogurt, sugar and curry powder in medium bowl.
7
Stir in pasta.
8
Layer pasta evenly over onion in serving bowl.
9
Sprinkle with cheese.
10
Top with bacon bits and parsley.
11
Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours before serving.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (4 ounce) cups uncooked bow tie pasta, 2 cups broccoli florets, 2 medium tomatoes, chopped, 1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Seven Layer 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Seven Layer Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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