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Reuben Pasta Salad Recipe

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Reuben Pasta Salad is a flavorful twist on the classic Reuben sandwich, combining tender cooked macaroni with diced corned beef, Swiss cheese, tangy sauerkraut, dill pickles, and a creamy thousand island dressing. It’s a deliciously chilled salad perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a refreshing lunch.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups dry macaroni noodles, cooked according to directions and drained
  • 1 cup thick sliced deli corned beef, diced
  • 1 cup cubed Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup drained sauerkraut
  • 1 cup dill pickles, diced

Dressing

  • ¾ cups thousand island dressing
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon or stone ground mustard
  • 1 tablespoon sauerkraut brine from the jar

Optional

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Cook the dry macaroni noodles according to the package directions until al dente. Rinse the cooked pasta under cool water to stop the cooking process and drain well. Set aside to fully cool before using.
  2. Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the thousand island dressing, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and sauerkraut brine until everything is well combined into a smooth, creamy dressing.
  3. Combine Ingredients: In a large serving bowl, toss the cooled pasta, diced corned beef, cubed Swiss cheese, drained sauerkraut, diced dill pickles, and the prepared dressing until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  4. Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and chill it in the refrigerator for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld and develop. Before serving, taste and season with salt and pepper if desired. Stir gently and enjoy!

Notes

  • Make sure pasta is completely cooled before mixing to prevent the dressing from becoming oily.
  • Use good quality deli corned beef and freshly cubed Swiss cheese for best flavor.
  • The sauerkraut brine adds an authentic tangy flavor reminiscent of the classic Reuben sandwich.
  • This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, making it perfect for meal prep.
  • Feel free to adjust the mustard level or use spicy mustard for a different flavor profile.

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