This might be a left-field opinion, I dunno, but I don't mind the padding much in Super at all. I know some people get really annoyed at things like Pilaf or Bulma zany antics. But, like, I don't really care about the Super Saiyan God showdown of doom or whatever so it's not like the "padding" is getting in the way of some super engaging storyline I am especially eager to see. Perhaps its a case of lowered expectations but give me some mildly amusing character interactions and I prefer that to beam struggles or whatnot.
That said I hear tonight's episode is a power-level waving contest between Goku/Beerus which doesn't sound too fun.
edit: Amusing character interaction is why early Buu Saga is enjoyable, too.