Rainbow Pasta Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Rainbow Pasta Salad
45 min.
8
460kcal

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Welcome to a burst of color and flavor with our delightful Rainbow Pasta Salad! This vibrant dish is not only visually appealing but also a fantastic addition to any meal, whether you're serving it as a side dish, antipasti, or a light snack. Perfect for gatherings, picnics, or simply a refreshing treat on a warm day, this salad is sure to impress your family and friends.

What makes this Rainbow Pasta Salad truly special is its dairy-free nature, making it suitable for various dietary preferences. With a medley of fresh vegetables like crisp cucumbers, crunchy peppers, and savory black olives, each bite is a celebration of taste and texture. The colorful rainbow rotini adds a playful twist, making it a hit with both kids and adults alike!

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving up to 8 people, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor, boasting 460 calories per serving. Tossed in a zesty Italian dressing, the ingredients come together beautifully, creating a salad that is both satisfying and refreshing. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up this delightful Rainbow Pasta Salad that will brighten up any table!

Ingredients

  • oz olives black drained sliced canned
  •  cucumber chopped
  •  bell pepper green chopped
  • 16 oz salad dressing italian divided
  • cup pepperoni sliced quartered
  •  bell pepper red chopped
  • 16 oz rotini pasta uncooked

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cook rotini according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Mix together rotini and all ingredients except dressing in a large bowl.
  3. Pour half the salad dressing over the top; toss to coat. Chill. Stir in remaining dressing at serving time.

Nutrition Facts

Calories460kcal
Protein9.63%
Fat44.57%
Carbs45.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.88
Glycemic Load
17.38
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
14.582173689552%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.91mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:459.79kcal
22.99%
Fat:22.74g
34.99%
Saturated Fat:4.78g
29.9%
Carbohydrates:52.58g
17.53%
Net Carbohydrates:49.23g
17.9%
Sugar:9.25g
10.28%
Cholesterol:13.7mg
4.57%
Sodium:1123.08mg
48.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.05g
22.11%
Selenium:41.31µg
59.01%
Vitamin C:32.43mg
39.3%
Vitamin K:37.45µg
35.67%
Manganese:0.68mg
34.19%
Vitamin E:2.56mg
17.07%
Phosphorus:153.55mg
15.36%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.51%
Fiber:3.34g
13.38%
Vitamin A:651.75IU
13.03%
Copper:0.25mg
12.6%
Magnesium:45.54mg
11.38%
Vitamin B3:2.02mg
10.12%
Potassium:330.12mg
9.43%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.88%
Zinc:1.31mg
8.75%
Iron:1.37mg
7.63%
Folate:25.13µg
6.28%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.76%
Vitamin B5:0.57mg
5.68%
Calcium:40.8mg
4.08%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
3.06%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.22%
Source:My Recipes