How to Make Pasta Salad for a Crowd - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and easy recipe to serve a large group? Pasta salad is a fantastic option that is both filling and versatile. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, potluck, or family gathering, this pasta salad recipe is sure to please a crowd. It's a great way to incorporate fresh, seasonal vegetables and can be tailored to suit any dietary preferences or restrictions.

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Ingredients

  • 3 pounds garden rotini pasta
  • 2 (16 ounce) packages steam-in-bag frozen broccoli florets
  • 6 tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 (16 ounce) bottles Italian-style salad dressing
  • 16 ounces Cheddar cheese, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 70
  • Yield: 70 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
  • While pasta is boiling, steam broccoli, one bag at a time, in a microwave per directions on the package, 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Rinse cooked pasta in a colander until completely cool. Return to the pot. Add broccoli, tomatoes, salad dressing, Cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well. Refrigerate until chilled, 30 minutes to 1 hour. Serve cold.
  • Nutrition

    141 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 7mg
    • Sodium: 354mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 61mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 112mg