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Caesar Pasta Salad

This Caesar Pasta Salad is a creamy and flavorful cold pasta salad loaded with tender pasta, crunchy romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, and classic Caesar dressing. This easy side dish comes together quickly and is perfect for BBQs, potlucks, picnics, or simple family dinners.
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Caesar Pasta Salad
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:12 minutes
Total Time:22 minutes

Ingredients

  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • ½ cup caesar salad dressing
  • 1 ½ cup chopped romaine lettuce
  • ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup croutons roughly crushed

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta according to directions, rinse in cold water for a few minutes, then add to a large bowl.
  • Stir the caesar dressing into the pasta, until combined.
  • Add the lettuce and most of the parmesan cheese. Toss to combine.
  • Sprinkle the remaining parmesan and croutons over the top to serve.
  • If not serving immediately, cover and chill until ready to serve, then stir in a little more dressing, and top with the remaining parmesan and croutons to serve.
Servings: 4
Calories: 320kcal
Author: carlycampbell