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Reuben Pasta Salad

Creamy Reuben Pasta Salad for Easy Potlucks and Picnics

Enjoy a creamy Reuben Pasta Salad that combines corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut for an indulgent and easy potluck dish.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces dry macaroni noodles The base of the salad.
  • 8 ounces corned beef Deli sliced for convenience.
  • 4 ounces Swiss cheese Cubed or shredded for texture variety.
  • 1 cup sauerkraut Well-drained to prevent sogginess.
  • 1/2 cup dill pickles Diced for even flavor distribution.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Thousand Island dressing The main dressing for creaminess.
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Enhances creaminess.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard For a subtle kick.
  • 1 tablespoon sauerkraut brine Use sparingly to enhance tanginess.
  • salt and pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the macaroni noodles for 7-9 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine diced corned beef, cubed Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and diced dill pickles, mixing gently.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together Thousand Island dressing, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and sauerkraut brine until smooth.
  4. Combine cooled macaroni with the meat and cheese mixture, then pour dressing over and toss to combine.
  5. Add salt and pepper to taste, mixing gently to distribute seasoning evenly.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Great for potlucks; prepare a day in advance for maximum flavor.

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