The Ultimate Pasta Salad

Health score
15%
The Ultimate Pasta Salad
85 min.
12
367kcal

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The Ultimate Pasta Salad: A Delectable Medley of Flavors and Colors

Discover the epitome of culinary satisfaction with this mouth-watering The Ultimate Pasta Salad recipe. Perfect for those who crave a dish that can stand alone as a main course or complement your meal as a side, this pasta salad is a versatile delight. With a generous serving size of 12, it's an ideal choice for gatherings, potlucks, or family dinners.

Packed with an enticing array of ingredients, including large pitted black olives, fresh broccoli and cauliflower, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and a hint of red wine vinegar, this salad promises a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The tri-colored spiral pasta adds a vibrant visual appeal, making it not just a feast for the palate but for the eyes as well.

With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, this recipe is a guilt-free indulgence. Whether you're looking for a nutritious lunch, a hearty main dish, or a satisfying side, The Ultimate Pasta Salad delivers on all fronts. So, why wait? Dive into the ultimate culinary adventure and whip up this delightful dish today!

Ingredients

  • ounce olives black pitted drained sliced canned
  • head broccoli fresh cut into bite size pieces
  • head cauliflower fresh chopped
  • teaspoons garlic minced
  • 12 servings seasoning italian to taste
  • ounce mozzarella cheese cut into cubes
  • 0.5 cup olive oil to taste
  • ounces pepperoni cut into quarters
  •  onion red chopped
  • 0.5 cup red wine vinegar to taste
  • 12 servings salt and pepper to taste
  • 16 ounce rotini pasta uncooked

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  2. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  3. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and chill 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  4. Toss chilled pasta with the broccoli, cauliflower, red onion, garlic, pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, olives, olive oil, and red wine vinegar. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Chill in the refrigerator until serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories367kcal
Protein16.7%
Fat43.46%
Carbs39.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.58
Glycemic Load
12.88
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
20.353912882183%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.54mg
Isorhamnetin
0.46mg
Kaempferol
4.21mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
3.78mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:366.81kcal
18.34%
Fat:17.89g
27.52%
Saturated Fat:6.61g
41.32%
Carbohydrates:36.89g
12.3%
Net Carbohydrates:32.35g
11.76%
Sugar:3.49g
3.88%
Cholesterol:33.26mg
11.09%
Sodium:866.93mg
37.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.47g
30.94%
Vitamin C:69.2mg
83.88%
Vitamin K:68.22µg
64.97%
Selenium:34.43µg
49.18%
Manganese:0.72mg
36.03%
Phosphorus:229mg
22.9%
Folate:72.86µg
18.21%
Fiber:4.54g
18.18%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
16.9%
Calcium:168.42mg
16.84%
Potassium:491.7mg
14.05%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.06%
Zinc:1.94mg
12.94%
Magnesium:50.75mg
12.69%
Vitamin B3:2.27mg
11.33%
Vitamin B12:0.68µg
11.28%
Vitamin E:1.69mg
11.27%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.72%
Iron:1.92mg
10.66%
Vitamin B5:1.05mg
10.5%
Vitamin A:516.36IU
10.33%
Copper:0.2mg
10.08%
Vitamin D:0.32µg
2.14%
Source:Allrecipes