Colorful Pasta Salad Recipes

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COLORFUL SPIRAL PASTA SALAD



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Tackle gatherings with a bright pasta salad. This tricolor toss-up with broccoli, tomatoes, olives and a hardworking dressing is one of the easiest cold pasta salad recipes you could take. -Amanda Cable, Boxford, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (12 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 pint grape tomatoes
1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups Italian salad dressing with roasted red pepper and Parmesan

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook pasta according to package directions, adding the broccoli during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and rinse in cold water., Transfer to a large bowl. Add the tomatoes, olives, salt and pepper. Drizzle with salad dressing; toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 513mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

TRI-COLOR PASTA SALAD



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This is a quick and tasty pasta salad that all of my friends beg me to make whenever there is a party! It is always a crowd pleaser!

Provided by MEEHSKABOB

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds uncooked tri-color spiral pasta
10 ounces diced processed American cheese
1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Toss cooled pasta with cheese, broccoli and Italian-style dressing to taste. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.2 calories, Carbohydrate 48.9 g, Cholesterol 17.8 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 779.7 mg, Sugar 5 g

COLORFUL PASTA SALAD



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The colorful side dish shared by Mary Tallman of Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin features sweet pineapple, crunchy vegetables and refreshing cilantro in a tangy dressing with pasta. It requires just 15 minutes of prep time, so it's perfect for a quick lunch or on-the-go dinner.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 cups uncooked tricolor spiral pasta
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1 cup fresh snow peas, halved
1/2 cup thinly sliced carrot
1/2 cup sliced cucumber
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice. In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, snow peas, carrot, cucumber and reserved pineapple juice. , Drain pasta and rinse with cold water. Add to pineapple mixture. Sprinkle with cilantro. Drizzle with salad dressing and toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

COLORFUL PASTA SALAD



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30 years ago someone brought this pasta salad to a potluck, and I actually liked it! (I was not a pasta salad fan) After 20 years of changing and tweaking it - it has become a staple of our household and a real crowd pleaser at potlucks. I am regularly TOLD to bring this to family gatherings when all else get to choose what they...

Provided by 'Ria Murphy

Categories     Pasta Salads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 can(s) black olives
1 pkg imitation crab flakes (substituting ham chunks works here, but i like the crab flake better)
1 pkg tri color noodles (i prefer spirals, but bowties, and kids shapes work great too!)
1 pkg mexican blend shredded cheese
1 jar(s) miracle whip salad dressing
1 small jar sweet gherkins with 1/2 the juice
1 1/2 tsp turmeric, ground
1 1/2 tsp paprika
optional:
4 eggs, hard boiled
1 pkg bacon bits
1 c peas, frozen
1 c salad shrimp (if ya feel like splurging)

Steps:

  • 1. I have made this with the bare minimum of ingredients, and with all the ingredients and varying amounts in between, it always still tasted good! I've even made it with plain macaroni noodles, I just prefer the tricolored noodles because they make the salad prettier.
  • 2. Boil noodles for 7 minutes, drain and cool in large bowl.
  • 3. Add all ingredients (minus noodles, miracle whip and shredded cheese) to a food processor and chop to a very fine texture (this can be done by hand too but takes longer)- no chunk larger than 1/2 cm (think baby food textures).
  • 4. Add all processed ingredients to the bowl with the noodles and mix well.
  • 5. Using a wooden spoon, one spoonful at a time add and stir in Miracle Whip until you like the texture of the salad, (some like it drier, some like it "goopier").
  • 6. Once you have all mixed together, slowly fold in handfuls of shredded cheese - to taste - and finally top the finished salad with a little more of the grated cheese.
  • 7. It should be noted: (1) if this salad sits overnight in the refrigerator, it tastes even better, but needs a little more miracle whip (or a small amount of milk)added to it the next day as it dries a bit from noodle absorption. (2) Due to the vinegar in the pickle juice, this should not be stored more than a day in a non coated metal pan.

COLORFUL PASTA SALAD



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This salad would be great for a potluck or church supper or a barbecue. Adding broccoli would be great.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Black Beans

Time 40m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package tri-color spiral pasta
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (8 ounce) package provolone cheese, diced
1/2 cup red onion, diced
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
parsley (to garnish)
1/2 cup vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 (2/3 ounce) envelope Italian salad dressing mix

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package and cool.
  • In a large bowl, combine, beans, cheese, onion, bell peppers until well mixed.
  • Stir in pasta and pour dressing over all and chill.
  • For dressing: Whisk together all ingredients until well blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.5, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 15.7, Sodium 202.3, Carbohydrate 51.3, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 6.8, Protein 15.7

COLORFUL PASTA SALAD



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Make and share this Colorful Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Darcys Diner

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 (1 lb) box tri-color spiral pasta
1 large red pepper, diced
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato, diced
1/2 cup red onion, diced
8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
4 ounces pepperoni, sliced & julienned
8 ounces black olives, sliced
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 bunch broccoli floret
3/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/3 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup white sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons basil
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • First make the dressing & then set aside. Cook pasta according to package directions and rinse under cold water until cool. Add peppers, onion, pepperoni, mushrooms, broccoli, olives, sun dried tomatoes & feta to pasta & toss. Pour dressing over all & mix well. Chill until time to serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495.2, Fat 29.2, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 34.6, Sodium 960, Carbohydrate 46.4, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 9.4, Protein 13.3

EASY COLORFUL SUMMER PASTA SALAD



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Always a big hit and is very quick and easy to prepare.

Provided by Mary Lee

Categories     Pasta Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 - 2/3rd pound rotini pasta ( tri colored optional) cook and drained
1 fresh tomoto diced
1/3 cup vidalia sweet onion diced
1/4 cup celery diced
1/2 cup green, red , and yellow sweet pepper diced
1/3 cup black or green olives sliced
2/3 cup mild cheddar cheese crumbled or cubed ( or cheese of your choice)
1/2 - 2/3 cup salad dressing ( recommended hidden vally ranch , reg or light ... wish bone italian, reg or light)
salt / pepper to taste
1/2 cup lightly crushed seasoned croutons
*optional hard boiled egg slices w / sprig of parsley in center)

Steps:

  • 1. In large mixing bowl add pasta , salt/pepper, vegetables, and chesse. Gently toss ... add salad dressing .. mixed thoroughly. Chill for 2- 3 hours. Just before serving mix again , garnish with croutons. (or hard boiled egg slices if you choose) * Optional .. you can place slices of hard boiled egg on top of salad in the center with a spring of parsely. If you choose to do this, mix salad one last time before garnishing.

COLORFUL PASTA SALAD



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This is so good, perfect for a hot day when you don't feel like sweating in the kitchen. The colors are so great, feel free to sub in your favorite veggies!

Provided by newmama

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb tri-color spiral pasta
1 cucumber, cut into triangles
1 yellow squash, cut into triangles
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup olive, sliced
1/2 yellow pepper, chopped
1 cup broccoli, steamed crisp
1 cup cauliflower, steamed crisp
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
1/4 cup feta cheese
Italian dressing (I use Kraft House light)
ranch dressing (I use Kraft light)

Steps:

  • Boil pasta according to box, run under cold water to chill.
  • Chop all veggies according to list.
  • Mix everything in a large bowl.
  • Add about 2/3 of the Italian, and 1/2 cup of ranch.
  • Add more as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.6, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 6.9, Sodium 188.8, Carbohydrate 48.6, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 2.8, Protein 10.8

COLORFUL PASTA SALAD



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Make and share this Colorful Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (12 ounce) package tri-color spiral pasta
2/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 red bell pepper, julienned
1 yellow bell pepper, julienned
1 green bell pepper, julienned
1 medium tomatoes, cut into thin wedges
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • Add oil, vinegar, basil, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to the container of an electric blender.
  • Process until smooth.
  • Drain and rinse cooked pasta; place in a big bowl.
  • Add the peppers, tomato, olives, and onion.
  • Pour in dressing; toss to coat.
  • Add mozzarella cheese and toss to mix well.
  • Add additional salt and pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.1, Fat 31, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 16.2, Sodium 809, Carbohydrate 48.9, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.6, Protein 13.3

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