Confetti Pasta Salad

Health score
27%
Confetti Pasta Salad
45 min.
6
364kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and delicious side dish that will brighten up your meal? Look no further than this delightful Confetti Pasta Salad! Perfect for gatherings, picnics, or simply as a refreshing addition to your dinner table, this pasta salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor and nutrition.

Imagine a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, tender pasta, and creamy dressing all coming together in one bowl. The combination of sweet green peas, crunchy bell peppers, and sharp cheddar cheese creates a delightful contrast of textures and tastes. With the added zing of dillweed, this salad is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave your guests asking for the recipe!

What’s more, this Confetti Pasta Salad is incredibly easy to prepare, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish. It serves six, making it an ideal choice for family meals or entertaining friends. With only 364 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Whether you serve it as a side dish, antipasti, or a light snack, this pasta salad is versatile enough to complement any occasion.

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to whip up this colorful, creamy, and utterly delicious Confetti Pasta Salad that will surely become a favorite in your household!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon optional: dill fresh chopped
  • 1.5 cups peas green shelled
  • cups .5 oz. macaroni uncooked
  • 0.5 cup yogurt plain
  • 0.8 cup ranch dressing low-fat
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper diced red
  • ounces sharp cheddar cheese cubed reduced-fat
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper diced yellow

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Combine the ranch dressing, yogurt, and dillweed in a large bowl; stir well, and set dressing mixture aside.
  2. Cook macaroni in boiling water for 5 minutes.
  3. Add peas, and cook an additional 3 minutes; drain well.
  4. Add the macaroni mixture, bell peppers, and cheese cubes to dressing mixture, tossing to coat. Cover and chill. Stir before serving.
  5. Garnish with dillweed, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories364kcal
Protein12.82%
Fat46.92%
Carbs40.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.72
Glycemic Load
1.65
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.251304294752%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.2mg
Isorhamnetin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:364.07kcal
18.2%
Fat:18.94g
29.14%
Saturated Fat:4.97g
31.04%
Carbohydrates:36.57g
12.19%
Net Carbohydrates:33.01g
12.01%
Sugar:6.53g
7.26%
Cholesterol:22.38mg
7.46%
Sodium:383.39mg
16.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.65g
23.29%
Vitamin C:53.38mg
64.7%
Vitamin K:50.21µg
47.82%
Selenium:28.62µg
40.88%
Phosphorus:264.29mg
26.43%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.66%
Vitamin A:847.06IU
16.94%
Calcium:167.93mg
16.79%
Fiber:3.56g
14.24%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.88%
Zinc:1.76mg
11.76%
Folate:45.45µg
11.36%
Magnesium:42.71mg
10.68%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.44%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.88%
Copper:0.19mg
9.69%
Potassium:301.32mg
8.61%
Vitamin B3:1.63mg
8.17%
Vitamin E:1.05mg
7.03%
Iron:1.23mg
6.84%
Vitamin B5:0.68mg
6.78%
Vitamin B12:0.33µg
5.43%
Source:My Recipes