Pasta and Grilled Vegetable Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Pasta and Grilled Vegetable Salad
50 min.
4
423kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion? Our Pasta and Grilled Vegetable Salad is a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This dairy-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with wholesome ingredients, making it a fantastic choice for a side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack.

Imagine the smoky aroma of grilled vegetables mingling with the hearty pasta, all tossed together in a zesty balsamic vinaigrette. The sweet caramelization of red onions and baby-cut carrots, paired with the crisp-tender asparagus, creates a colorful medley that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. And let’s not forget the marinated artichoke hearts that add a unique depth of flavor, complemented by the crunch of crispy bacon.

This dish is not only delicious but also nutritious, with a balanced caloric breakdown that makes it a guilt-free indulgence. Ready in just 50 minutes, it serves four, making it perfect for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends. Whether you’re enjoying it as a starter or a side, this Pasta and Grilled Vegetable Salad is sure to impress and satisfy everyone at the table. Dive into this culinary adventure and elevate your meal with this delightful recipe!

Ingredients

  • ounces rotini pasta uncooked
  • small onion red cut into thin wedges
  • 1.5 cups baby carrots 
  • 0.5 cup balsamic vinaigrette 
  • 0.5 teaspoon lawry's seasoned salt 
  • ounces asparagus fresh cut into 2-inch pieces
  • ounces marinated artichoke drained
  • slices bacon crumbled cooked

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • wok
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  2. Place onion and carrots in large bowl; drizzle with about 1/4 cup of the dressing.
  3. Sprinkle with seasoned salt; toss to coat.
  4. Place vegetables in grill basket (grill “wok”), using slotted spoon; reserve dressing in bowl.
  5. Cover and grill onion and carrots 4 to 6 inches from medium heat 15 minutes, shaking basket or stirring vegetables occasionally.
  6. Add asparagus to dressing in bowl; toss to coat.
  7. Add asparagus to onion and carrots in grill basket. Cover and grill 8 to 10 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  8. Add cooked pasta, grilled vegetables and artichoke liquid to remaining dressing in bowl.
  9. Drizzle with remaining 1/4 cup dressing; toss to mix. Stir in artichokes.
  10. Sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts

Calories423kcal
Protein10.54%
Fat36.69%
Carbs52.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.25
Glycemic Load
17.91
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
18.256956612934%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
4.61mg
Kaempferol
0.97mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
13.51mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:423.16kcal
21.16%
Fat:17.06g
26.25%
Saturated Fat:2.09g
13.06%
Carbohydrates:55.22g
18.41%
Net Carbohydrates:49.5g
18%
Sugar:7.44g
8.26%
Cholesterol:3.96mg
1.32%
Sodium:828.05mg
36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.03g
22.06%
Vitamin A:7475.12IU
149.5%
Selenium:39.74µg
56.77%
Manganese:0.72mg
35.95%
Vitamin K:28.27µg
26.92%
Fiber:5.72g
22.86%
Vitamin C:15.39mg
18.65%
Phosphorus:173.58mg
17.36%
Copper:0.33mg
16.71%
Iron:2.78mg
15.46%
Folate:57.87µg
14.47%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.1%
Potassium:414.9mg
11.85%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
11.85%
Magnesium:46.79mg
11.7%
Vitamin B3:2.24mg
11.19%
Zinc:1.36mg
9.05%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.7%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.71%
Calcium:59.27mg
5.93%
Vitamin E:0.73mg
4.84%