Best 8 Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Salad Recipes

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Broccoli cheddar pasta salad is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course, side dish, or even a light lunch. It is a popular choice for potlucks and picnics because it is easy to make and can be made ahead of time. One of the best things about broccoli cheddar pasta salad is that it is customizable to your own taste. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your preferences. For example, if you do not like broccoli, you can substitute another vegetable, such as cauliflower or zucchini. Or, if you want a more flavorful salad, you can add cooked bacon or chicken. The possibilities are endless!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BROCCOLI-PASTA-CHEDDAR SALAD



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This salad is very similar to the deli salad you can buy at Walmart with rotini pasta, cheddar cheese, broccoli, and a yummy sweet-tangy dressing.

Provided by Lynn 2574

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 27m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) box tri-color spiral pasta
1 medium red onion, finely chopped
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 medium head broccoli, chopped into small florets
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup Splenda granular
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Mix sugar, mayonnaise, and vinegar; set aside.
  • Boil noodles until done; drain in colander. Run cold water over pasta to chill.
  • In a large bowl combine pasta, onion, cheddar cheese, and broccoli. Pour desired amount of dressing over and toss well. Serve cold.

BROCCOLI CHEDDAR PASTA SALAD (WALMART COPYCAT RECIPE)



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Copycat version of Walmart's Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Salad. Tastes just like the original!

Provided by Bernadette

Categories     Salad

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 ounces tri-colored veggie rotini pasta ((1 box))
1 medium head broccoli (chopped into small florets)
1 medium red onion (diced fine)
2 cups mild cheddar cheese (shredded)
2 cups mayonnaise
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, with a few drops of olive oil and dashes of salt in the water to keep the pasta from sticking. Drain and rinse under cold water until cool and set aside in a large bowl.
  • Wash the broccoli well and chop into small florets. Chop the onion fine, and mix the broccoli and onions with the pasta. Add the cheddar cheese to the pasta mixture, mix well.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, and apple cider vinegar well. Pour the mixture over the top of the pasta, broccoli and onions, and stir to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 725 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 52 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 53 mg, Sodium 564 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 17 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEDDAR BROCCOLI SALAD



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This crunchy salad is often on our Sunday dinner menu, and we like to take it to potlucks. We never tire of it, and judging by the compliments, our friends enjoy it as much as we do. -Melody Mellinger, Myerstown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups fresh broccoli florets
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup chopped onion
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
12 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Place broccoli, cheese and onion in a large bowl. Mix mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar; toss with broccoli mixture., Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours. Stir in bacon just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 521 calories, Fat 44g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 519mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

BROCCOLI CHEDDAR PASTA SALAD RECIPE - (4.3/5)



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Provided by MJH

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box tri-colored (veggie) rotini pasta
1 medium head broccoli, chopped into small florets
1 medium red onion, diced fine
2 cups mild cheddar cheese, shredded
2 cups mayonnaise
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, with a few drops of olive oil and dashes of salt in the water to keep the pasta from sticking. Drain and rinse under cold water until cool and set aside in a large bowl. Wash the broccoli well and chop into small florets. Chop the onion fine, and mix the broccoli and onions with the pasta. Add the cheddar cheese to the pasta mixture, mix well. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, and apple cider vinegar well. Pour the mixture over the top of the pasta, broccoli and onions, and stir to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

BROCCOLI PASTA SALAD



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A quick and tasty pasta salad that can be served warm or cold.

Provided by Happy On My Hill

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Broccoli Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (8 ounce) package linguine pasta
1 (12 ounce) bag broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces
¼ cup olive oil
4 teaspoons minced garlic
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ cup finely shredded Romano cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain and return to pot.
  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add broccoli, cover, and steam until tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir garlic and red pepper flakes until garlic is fragrant, 1 to 3 minutes. Add garlic mixture and broccoli to linguine; gently toss to coat. Add Romano cheese, parsley, black pepper, and salt; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.2 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 141 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

BROCCOLI CHEDDAR PASTA SALAD RECIPE



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This Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Salad Recipe is what happens when you can't get to Walmart to get your favorite deli pasta salad, going one step further by using healthier ingredients too!

Provided by Christian Guzman

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces Rotini Pasta (tricolor, cooked according to package instructions)
2 cups Nonfat Greek Yogurt
1/4 cup Sugar
4 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
1.5 pounds Broccoli (fresh, uncooked)
8 ounces Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
1/2 large Red Onion (finely chopped)
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Pepper

Steps:

  • Put on water to begin cooking the pasta according to the package instructions.
  • In a small bowl, combine yogurt, sugar and vinegar. Set aside.
  • Cut off florets from the broccoli stems so there are only short stems. Chop. Discard long, bulky stems.
  • Shred cheese.
  • Trim and chop onions.
  • In large bowl, toss broccoli florets, onions, and cheese with salt and pepper.
  • Stir in yogurt mixture.
  • Once pasta is cooked, drain in a colander and allow cool water to run over it until pasta is completely cooled. Shake to remove as much water as possible.
  • Add pasta to bowl of broccoli mixture and toss to completely coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 185 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN, CHEDDAR & BROCCOLI PASTA SALAD



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Serve our Chicken, Cheddar & Broccoli Pasta Salad either warm or cold. This Chicken, Cheddar & Broccoli Pasta Salad is a versatile option to feed a crowd.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups farfalle (bow-tie pasta), uncooked
4 cups small broccoli florets
2 cans (5 oz. each) chunk white chicken breast, drained, flaked
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt and adding broccoli to the boiling water for the last 4 min.; drain. Place in large bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 300 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 12 g

BROCCOLI CHEDDAR CHICKEN PASTA BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: unsalted butter, all purpose flour, half & half, kosher salt, onion powder, ground black pepper, ground nutmeg, celery salt, shredded mozzarella cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, Kroger® Brand Frozen Broccoli Florets, Kroger® Brand Grilled Chicken Breast Dices, Kroger® Brand 100% Whole Grain Salad Rotini Pasta, Kroger® Brand Italian Herb Focaccia

Provided by Kroger

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ tablespoon unsalted butter
1 ½ tablespoons all purpose flour
32 oz half & half
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
1 ½ tablespoons onion powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon celery salt
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 ¾ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 cups Kroger® Brand Frozen Broccoli Florets, frozen, thawed, divided
1 ¾ cups Kroger® Brand Grilled Chicken Breast Dices, divided
1 box Kroger® Brand 100% Whole Grain Salad Rotini Pasta, cooked according to package instructions
Kroger® Brand Italian Herb Focaccia, baked according to package instructions, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler to high.
  • Melt the butter in a medium pot over medium-high heat. Whisk in the flour until fully incorporated, then toast for about 30 seconds, or until slightly darkened in color.
  • Add the half-and-half and whisk until the flour mixture has completely dissolved. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 3-4 minutes, or until the liquid has thickened lightly.
  • Stir in the kosher salt, onion powder, black pepper, nutmeg, and celery salt. Add the shredded mozzarella and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar, and whisk until completely melted and smooth, 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and fold in 1½ cups Kroger® Brand Frozen Broccoli Florets, 1¼ cups Kroger® Brand Grilled Chicken Breast Dices, and the cooked Kroger® Brand 100% Whole Grain Salad Rotini Pasta.
  • Transfer the pasta to an 8"x13" baking dish and spread in an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup Kroger® Brand Frozen Broccoli Florets, remaining ½ cup Kroger® Brand Grilled Chicken Breast Dices, and remaining ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  • Place the dish under the broiler for 3-6 minutes, or until the cheese on top has melted and is lightly browned and crispy.
  • Serve immediately with Kroger® Brand Italian Herb Focaccia.
  • Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use fresh broccoli for the best flavor and texture. If you only have frozen broccoli, be sure to thaw it completely and drain it well before using.
  • Shred the cheddar cheese yourself for a better melt. Pre-shredded cheese contains cellulose, which can prevent it from melting smoothly.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. It should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Add the dressing to the pasta salad while it is still warm. This will help the flavors to meld together.
  • Chill the pasta salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to develop and the salad to firm up.

Conclusion:

Broccoli cheddar pasta salad is a classic side dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and summer barbecues. It is also a great way to use up leftover broccoli and cheddar cheese. With its creamy dressing, crunchy vegetables, and tender pasta, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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