Best 9 Colorful Spiral Pasta Salad Recipes

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In the realm of culinary masterpieces, "Colorful Spiral Pasta Salad" emerges as a vibrant symphony of flavors, textures, and colors. This delightful dish is not merely a meal; it is an artistic expression, a harmonious blend of ingredients that tantalizes the taste buds and captivates the eyes. Whether you're hosting a summer picnic, a potluck gathering, or simply seeking a refreshing and nutritious lunch option, this salad stands as a testament to the boundless creativity of the culinary world. With its vibrant hues, delightful twists, and bursts of flavor, "Colorful Spiral Pasta Salad" promises to transform your next meal into an unforgettable culinary experience.

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SPIRAL PASTA SALAD



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I have two kids and am always on the go, so I appreciate recipes that I can make ahead of time. This dish is easy to fix and perfect for taking along on picnics.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 cups cooked drained spiral pasta
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped tomato
1/2 cup shredded carrot
DRESSING:
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons ketchup
4 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the pasta, green pepper, celery, tomato and carrot. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 79mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

COLORFUL SPIRAL PASTA SALAD



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Tackle gatherings with a bright pasta salad. This tricolor toss-up with broccoli, tomatoes, olives and a hardworking dressing is one of the easiest cold pasta salad recipes you could take. -Amanda Cable, Boxford, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (12 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 pint grape tomatoes
1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups Italian salad dressing with roasted red pepper and Parmesan

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook pasta according to package directions, adding the broccoli during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and rinse in cold water., Transfer to a large bowl. Add the tomatoes, olives, salt and pepper. Drizzle with salad dressing; toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 513mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

COLORFUL PASTA SALAD



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The colorful side dish shared by Mary Tallman of Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin features sweet pineapple, crunchy vegetables and refreshing cilantro in a tangy dressing with pasta. It requires just 15 minutes of prep time, so it's perfect for a quick lunch or on-the-go dinner.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 cups uncooked tricolor spiral pasta
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1 cup fresh snow peas, halved
1/2 cup thinly sliced carrot
1/2 cup sliced cucumber
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice. In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, snow peas, carrot, cucumber and reserved pineapple juice. , Drain pasta and rinse with cold water. Add to pineapple mixture. Sprinkle with cilantro. Drizzle with salad dressing and toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TRI-COLOR PASTA SALAD



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This is a quick and tasty pasta salad that all of my friends beg me to make whenever there is a party! It is always a crowd pleaser!

Provided by MEEHSKABOB

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds uncooked tri-color spiral pasta
10 ounces diced processed American cheese
1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Toss cooled pasta with cheese, broccoli and Italian-style dressing to taste. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.2 calories, Carbohydrate 48.9 g, Cholesterol 17.8 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 779.7 mg, Sugar 5 g

COLORFUL PASTA SALAD



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This salad is tasty and it takes very little time to prepare.

Provided by Michele

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package seashell pasta
½ cup finely chopped cauliflower
½ cup finely chopped broccoli
½ cup diced red bell pepper
1 cup cottage cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
  • In a medium bowl combine cooled pasta, cauliflower, broccoli, red bell pepper, cottage cheese, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.3 calories, Carbohydrate 44.8 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 238.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

THE ULTIMATE PASTA SALAD



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The tri-colored pasta along with the variety of vegetables, pepperoni, cheeses and spices is what makes this pasta salad out of this world. Great to take to a BBQ on those warm summer nights. This salad tastes wonderful right after you make it, but is best served the day after.

Provided by Helene Rose-Carson

Categories     Salad     Pasta Salad

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked tri-colored spiral pasta
1 head fresh broccoli, cut into bite size pieces
1 head fresh cauliflower, chopped into bite size pieces
1 red onion, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
8 ounces pepperoni slices, cut into quarters
1 (8 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, cut into cubes
1 (6 ounce) can large pitted black olives, drained and sliced
½ cup olive oil, or to taste
½ cup red wine vinegar, or to taste
salt and pepper to taste
Italian seasoning to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and chill 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  • 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 : Calories 410.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 31.5 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 572.1 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

COLORFUL PASTA SALAD



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Make and share this Colorful Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rhonda003

Categories     Crab

Time 30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package tri-color spiral pasta
1 (16 ounce) package imitation crabmeat (flaked)
1/3 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped green pepper
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1/2 cup light ranch salad dressing
1 teaspoon dill weed

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to directions on package.
  • Drain and rinse in cold water.
  • Combine pasta, crab, celery, green pepper, and onion in a large bowl.
  • Stir mayonnaise, salad dressing, and dill together in a small bowl.
  • Pour contents of small bowl over pasta mixture.
  • Toss to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.9, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 16.6, Sodium 602.9, Carbohydrate 41.8, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.2, Protein 11.7

COLORFUL PASTA SALAD



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Make and share this Colorful Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (12 ounce) package tri-color spiral pasta
2/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 red bell pepper, julienned
1 yellow bell pepper, julienned
1 green bell pepper, julienned
1 medium tomatoes, cut into thin wedges
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • Add oil, vinegar, basil, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to the container of an electric blender.
  • Process until smooth.
  • Drain and rinse cooked pasta; place in a big bowl.
  • Add the peppers, tomato, olives, and onion.
  • Pour in dressing; toss to coat.
  • Add mozzarella cheese and toss to mix well.
  • Add additional salt and pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.1, Fat 31, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 16.2, Sodium 809, Carbohydrate 48.9, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.6, Protein 13.3

COLORFUL PARTY PASTA SALAD



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In my catering buisness this is my number one most requested recipe. I make it often and it ends up on all my party tables as it's so pretty. It is also a great way to get kids to eat their veggies!

Provided by GingerlyJ

Categories     Kid Friendly

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 pounds, 25-35 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb tri-color spiral pasta
1 1/2 cups pepperoni or salami
1 (10 ounce) package feta cheese
2 cups broccoli
2 cups cauliflower
1 1/2 cups carrots
1 cup artichoke heart
14 ounces Hidden Valley Ranch salad crispins
1 (16 ounce) bottle kraft zesty Italian dressing
1 cup cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Cook pasta til al dente.
  • Fine chop all meat and veggies.
  • Run cold water over pasta and add to large salad bowl, add veggies, Crispins and Dressing, toss to coat and chill 1-24 hours.

Tips:

  • For a more vibrant salad, use a variety of colorful spiral pasta.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as bell peppers, zucchini, or cherry tomatoes.
  • If you don't have any feta cheese on hand, you can substitute another type of cheese, such as Parmesan or cheddar.
  • The salad can be served immediately or chilled for later.
  • This salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta.

Conclusion:

This colorful spiral pasta salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With its vibrant colors and flavorful ingredients, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.

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