Best 5 Garden Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Garden rotini pasta salad is a refreshing and colorful dish that is perfect for summer gatherings or potlucks. It's made with cooked rotini pasta, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful dressing. The vegetables in garden rotini pasta salad can vary depending on what you have on hand, but some common ingredients include cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, and zucchini. The dressing is typically made with olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, and herbs.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GARDEN PESTO PASTA SALAD WITH ROTINI

Garden Pesto Pasta Salad With Rotini image

A creamy pesto dressing flavors this great-tasting pasta salad that is chock full of garden vegetables like cucumbers, tomatoes, and peppers.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories Salad Side Dish Dinner Lunch Entree Pasta

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

8 ounces rotini pasta
1/2 medium cucumber (peeled and diced)
1 cup diced and seeded tomato
1 (2 1/2-ounce) can sliced ripe olives (drained)
1/2 red bell pepper (diced)
1/4 cup chopped celery
Optional: 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons prepared pesto
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

Serve cold or at room temperature and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 518 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 25 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

GARDEN ROTINI PASTA SALAD RECIPE - (4.3/5)

Garden Rotini Pasta Salad Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by á-9102

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 box garden rotini pasta
1 large bottle zesty Italian salad dressing
1 bottle salad seasonings
2 cucumbers
1 each..red, yellow and orange bell pepper
2 tomatoes
1 large purple/red onion
1 1/2 bunches of broccoli
1 head cauliflower
1 small bag peeled baby carrots

Steps:

Boil pasta. While pasta is boiling, chop veggies into bite size pieces, place in large bowl. Drain and rinse pasta, add to veggies. Add seasonings and dressing. Mix well and enjoy!

RAINBOW ROTINI SALAD

Rainbow Rotini Salad image

This is a standard for potlucks, and it makes a nice big salad that tastes great!

Provided by Sue H.

Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package colored rotini pasta
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 large cucumber, chopped
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup fresh sliced mushrooms
1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing
1 cup black olives, pitted and sliced

Steps:

Bring 4 quarts of water to a rapid boil (2 teaspoons of salt can be added, optional). Add rotini. Return water to rapid boil and cook uncovered, stirring frequently, for about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain. Rinse in cold water.
Combine cooked pasta with tomatoes, green bell pepper, onion, cucumber, broccoli, mushrooms, olives and Italian salad dressing. Cover and chill. Toss salad before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.5 calories, Carbohydrate 50.2 g, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 622.6 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

GARDEN ROTINI PASTA SALAD

Garden Rotini Pasta Salad image

Make and share this Garden Rotini Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by WarmGlo

Categories Summer

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked garden rotini pasta
3/4 cup light vinaigrette dressing (see recipe)
1 cup diced cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1 cup chopped pepperoni
1 cup diced tomato
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber
1/4 cup chopped black olives

Steps:

Directions:.
In a medium saucepan, bring 5 cups of salted water to a boil, with 1 tbsp of olive oil. Add pasta and cook per directions on package (8-11 minutes). Drain, and run pasta under cool water to rinse. Add drained pasta to a large bowl, and combine with all other ingredients. Toss, and chill 1 hour prior to serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.9, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 292.6, Carbohydrate 23.2, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.5, Protein 9.7

GARDEN GREEK PASTA SALAD

Garden Greek Pasta Salad image

This is a great pasta salad that everyone always loves! I sometimes substitute rotini pasta or black olives. Makes a great meatless main dish meal along with some bread!

Provided by FLYing4Me

Categories Beans

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

4 cups cooked radiatore (nugget)
2 cups thinly sliced cucumbers
1 cup chopped red bell pepper (1 medium)
1/2 cup red onion, sliced (1/2 small)
1/4 cup kalamata olive, pitted and cut in half
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano (1/2 t. dried oregano leaves)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions.
Mix all ingredients except feta cheese in large bowl.
Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
Top with crumbled cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.7, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 11.1, Sodium 513.3, Carbohydrate 44.9, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 4.9, Protein 11.7

Tips:

Prep ahead: Cut vegetables, cook pasta, and make dressing in advance to save time when assembling the salad.
Use fresh, seasonal vegetables: They'll add the most flavor and nutrients to your salad.
Don't overcook the pasta: It should be al dente, with a slight bite to it.
Use a flavorful dressing: A simple vinaigrette or creamy dressing can really elevate the salad.
Add some crunch: Nuts, seeds, or crispy vegetables add texture and flavor to the salad.
Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless variations on garden rotini pasta salad, so feel free to add your own favorite ingredients.

Conclusion:

Garden rotini pasta salad is a delicious, versatile, and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for summer gatherings. With its colorful vegetables, flavorful dressing, and satisfying crunch, it's sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.