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. Introducing our Winter Fruit Pasta Salad, a delightful combination of seasonal fruits and crunchy textures that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. This dairy-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor, making it the perfect side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack for gatherings with family and friends.

Imagine the sweetness of ripe apples and pears mingling with the tartness of dried cranberries, all tossed together with tender pasta shells and a hint of zesty orange marmalade. The addition of crunchy pecans and fresh green onions adds a delightful contrast, making each bite a celebration of winter's bounty. With just 50 minutes of your time, you can create a dish that is not only visually appealing but also nutritious, with only 155 calories per serving.

This Winter Fruit Pasta Salad is versatile enough to complement any meal or stand alone as a refreshing starter. Whether you're hosting a holiday gathering or simply looking for a healthy addition to your weeknight dinner, this salad is sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, and let’s bring a burst of color and flavor to your winter table!

Ingredients

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