Winter Fruit Pasta Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Winter Fruit Pasta Salad
50 min.
8
155kcal

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As the winter months roll in, there's nothing quite like a refreshing and vibrant dish to brighten up your table. Our Winter Fruit Pasta Salad is the perfect side dish, antipasti, or snack that combines the delightful flavors of seasonal fruits with the satisfying texture of pasta. This dairy-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also a feast for the eyes, making it an ideal addition to any gathering or holiday celebration.

Imagine the crunch of fresh apples and pears mingling with the nutty goodness of pecans and the sweet-tart burst of dried cranberries. Each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave your guests asking for seconds. The creamy dressing, made with a touch of orange marmalade, adds a unique twist that elevates this salad from ordinary to extraordinary.

Ready in just 50 minutes and serving up to eight people, this dish is perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or as a light starter before the main course. With only 155 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your friends and family with this delightful Winter Fruit Pasta Salad that captures the essence of the season in every bite!

Ingredients

  • ounces shells uncooked
  • 1.3 cups apples chopped
  • 1.3 cups pears chopped
  • 0.3 cup spring onion chopped
  • 0.3 cup pecans chopped
  • 0.3 cup cranberries dried
  • 0.3 cup salad dressing 
  • tablespoons orange marmalade 
  • 0.5 teaspoon marjoram dried
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  2. In large glass or plastic bowl, mix pasta, apple, pear, onions, pecans and cranberries.
  3. Mix all remaining ingredients; stir into pasta mixture.
  4. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes until chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Calories155kcal
Protein6.01%
Fat26.98%
Carbs67.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.09
Glycemic Load
6.15
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.2395652480747%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.21mg
Delphinidin
0.25mg
Catechin
0.57mg
Epigallocatechin
0.39mg
Epicatechin
2.44mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
1.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:155.25kcal
7.76%
Fat:4.85g
7.46%
Saturated Fat:0.55g
3.46%
Carbohydrates:27.1g
9.03%
Net Carbohydrates:24.74g
9%
Sugar:13.38g
14.86%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:176.09mg
7.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.43g
4.86%
Manganese:0.32mg
16.11%
Selenium:9.4µg
13.42%
Vitamin K:13.95µg
13.28%
Fiber:2.37g
9.46%
Copper:0.12mg
6.07%
Phosphorus:44.64mg
4.46%
Magnesium:15.81mg
3.95%
Vitamin C:3.02mg
3.65%
Potassium:117.25mg
3.35%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.08%
Vitamin E:0.44mg
2.96%
Zinc:0.41mg
2.76%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.68%
Iron:0.44mg
2.46%
Folate:8.34µg
2.08%
Vitamin B3:0.39mg
1.97%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.77%
Calcium:15.68mg
1.57%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.26%
Vitamin A:58.58IU
1.17%