Rainbow Pasta Salad I

Health score
7%
Rainbow Pasta Salad I
85 min.
8
538kcal

Suggestions

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the vibrant and delectable Rainbow Pasta Salad! This stunning dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful symphony of flavors that will have you coming back for more. Perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy family lunch, this pasta salad can be the star of any meal. With a medley of colorful tri-color rotini pasta, savory pepperoni sausage, creamy mozzarella cheese, crunchy broccoli florets, and briny black olives, all tossed in zesty Italian-style dressing, it's a well-rounded meal in itself.

This Rainbow Pasta Salad is incredibly versatile, serving as a side dish, a main course for lunch, or even a main dish for those seeking a satisfying and hearty meal. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and the delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Whether you're an avid cook or just starting to explore the kitchen, this recipe is a must-try.

Better yet, it's a breeze to make, requiring just about 85 minutes from start to finish, with most of that time being hands-off chilling time in the refrigerator. This dish is a crowd-pleaser that's sure to draw compliments for its vibrant colors and bold flavors. So why not add a splash of color and excitement to your table with this Rainbow Pasta Salad? It's a recipe you'll want to keep handy for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • ounce olives black drained sliced canned
  • cup broccoli florets fresh
  • 0.3 pound pepperoni sliced
  • 16 ounce salad dressing italian-style
  • ounce mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 16 ounce rotini pasta 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  2. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse twice in cold water.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, pepperoni, broccoli, olives, cheese and dressing.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories538kcal
Protein12.81%
Fat48.71%
Carbs38.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.13
Glycemic Load
17.38
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
15.122173786163%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.21mg
Kaempferol
0.89mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:537.62kcal
26.88%
Fat:29.01g
44.64%
Saturated Fat:8.51g
53.2%
Carbohydrates:51.56g
17.19%
Net Carbohydrates:48.75g
17.73%
Sugar:8.24g
9.15%
Cholesterol:36.15mg
12.05%
Sodium:1303.58mg
56.68%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.17g
34.34%
Selenium:46.37µg
66.25%
Vitamin K:45.18µg
43.03%
Manganese:0.65mg
32.71%
Phosphorus:246.78mg
24.68%
Calcium:181.54mg
18.15%
Vitamin E:2.4mg
16.02%
Vitamin B12:0.83µg
13.84%
Zinc:2.07mg
13.79%
Vitamin C:10.37mg
12.57%
Magnesium:45.83mg
11.46%
Fiber:2.81g
11.25%
Copper:0.22mg
11.09%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.25%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.73%
Vitamin B3:1.9mg
9.49%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.12%
Potassium:279.33mg
7.98%
Iron:1.38mg
7.69%
Vitamin A:366.48IU
7.33%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.22%
Folate:20.7µg
5.18%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
1.98%
Source:Allrecipes