Best 6 Groovy Who Brought That Pasta Salad Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with a flavorful journey into the realm of "Groovy Who Brought That Pasta Salad." This tantalizing dish, bursting with vibrant colors, textures, and tantalizing flavors, will captivate your senses and leave you craving more. As you embark on this culinary adventure, we'll guide you through a symphony of ingredients, techniques, and tips to create the ultimate pasta salad that will be the star of any gathering. Get ready to transport your taste buds to a groovy dimension where flavors dance in perfect harmony.

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

GROOVY 'WHO BROUGHT THAT' PASTA SALAD



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I'm a middle child, so I have a need to stand out. This pasta salads fills that need, in both presentation and taste. This is the potluck show stopper that will have everyone asking 'Who brought that pasta salad?!'

Provided by lovestohost

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound tri-color rotini pasta
½ cup water, divided
5 drops red food coloring
5 drops green food coloring
5 drops blue food coloring
5 drops yellow food coloring
1 cup white sugar
¾ cup cider vinegar
½ cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons dried parsley flakes, or to taste
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 small onion, grated
½ green bell pepper, diced
4 carrots, grated

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Put 2 tablespoons water in each of 4 resealable plastic bags; add red food coloring to a bag. Add green food coloring to second bag. Add blue food coloring to third bag. Add yellow food coloring to fourth bag.
  • Divide rotini among the four bags; squeeze bag to evenly color rotini. Set aside to allow color to saturate, about 10 minutes. Transfer pasta to a large bowl.
  • Whisk sugar, vinegar, oil, parsley, salt, garlic powder, and pepper together in a bowl until sugar is dissolved into dressing.
  • Mix onion, green bell pepper, and carrots into pasta. Drizzle dressing over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate until flavors blend, at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452.8 calories, Carbohydrate 72.3 g, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 319.8 mg, Sugar 28.7 g

GROOVY 'WHO BROUGHT THAT' PASTA SALAD



Groovy 'Who Brought That' Pasta Salad image

I'm a middle child, so I have a need to stand out. This pasta salads fills that need, in both presentation and taste. This is the potluck show stopper that will have everyone asking 'Who brought that pasta salad?!'

Provided by lovestohost

Categories     Rotini Pasta Salad

Time 2h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound tri-color rotini pasta
½ cup water, divided
5 drops red food coloring
5 drops green food coloring
5 drops blue food coloring
5 drops yellow food coloring
1 cup white sugar
¾ cup cider vinegar
½ cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons dried parsley flakes, or to taste
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 small onion, grated
½ green bell pepper, diced
4 carrots, grated

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Put 2 tablespoons water in each of 4 resealable plastic bags; add red food coloring to a bag. Add green food coloring to second bag. Add blue food coloring to third bag. Add yellow food coloring to fourth bag.
  • Divide rotini among the four bags; squeeze bag to evenly color rotini. Set aside to allow color to saturate, about 10 minutes. Transfer pasta to a large bowl.
  • Whisk sugar, vinegar, oil, parsley, salt, garlic powder, and pepper together in a bowl until sugar is dissolved into dressing.
  • Mix onion, green bell pepper, and carrots into pasta. Drizzle dressing over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate until flavors blend, at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452.8 calories, Carbohydrate 72.3 g, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 319.8 mg, Sugar 28.7 g

GROOVY 'WHO BROUGHT THAT' PASTA SALAD



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Categories     Carrot     Pasta     Pepper

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound tri-color rotini pasta
1/2 cup (divided) water
5 drops red food coloring
5 drops green food coloring
5 drops blue food coloring
5 drops yellow food coloring
1 cup white sugar
3/4 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons (or to taste) dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 small onion, grated
1/2 green bell pepper, diced
4 carrots, grated

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Put 2 tablespoons water in each of 4 resealable plastic bags. Add red food coloring to one bag, green food coloring to second bag, blue food coloring to third bag and yellow food coloring to fourth bag.
  • Divide rotini among the four bags. Squeeze bags to evenly color rotini. Set aside to allow color to saturate, about 10 minutes. Transfer pasta to a large bowl.
  • Whisk sugar, vinegar, oil, parsley, salt, garlic powder, and pepper together in a bowl until sugar is dissolved into dressing.
  • Mix onion, green bell pepper, and carrots into pasta. Drizzle dressing over pasta mixture. Toss to coat.
  • Refrigerate until flavors blend, at least 2 hours.
  • Note: The amount of food coloring will depend on the number of colors you choose to use. If you prefer not to use artificial coloring, this pasta salad tastes great with traditional pasta too!

GROOVY 'WHO BROUGHT THAT' PASTA SALAD



Groovy 'Who Brought That' Pasta Salad image

I'm a middle child, so I have a need to stand out. This pasta salads fills that need, in both presentation and taste. This is the potluck show stopper that will have everyone asking 'Who brought that pasta salad?!'

Provided by lovestohost

Categories     Rotini Pasta Salad

Time 2h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound tri-color rotini pasta
½ cup water, divided
5 drops red food coloring
5 drops green food coloring
5 drops blue food coloring
5 drops yellow food coloring
1 cup white sugar
¾ cup cider vinegar
½ cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons dried parsley flakes, or to taste
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 small onion, grated
½ green bell pepper, diced
4 carrots, grated

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Put 2 tablespoons water in each of 4 resealable plastic bags; add red food coloring to a bag. Add green food coloring to second bag. Add blue food coloring to third bag. Add yellow food coloring to fourth bag.
  • Divide rotini among the four bags; squeeze bag to evenly color rotini. Set aside to allow color to saturate, about 10 minutes. Transfer pasta to a large bowl.
  • Whisk sugar, vinegar, oil, parsley, salt, garlic powder, and pepper together in a bowl until sugar is dissolved into dressing.
  • Mix onion, green bell pepper, and carrots into pasta. Drizzle dressing over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate until flavors blend, at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452.8 calories, Carbohydrate 72.3 g, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 319.8 mg, Sugar 28.7 g

GROOVY 'WHO BROUGHT THAT' PASTA SALAD



Groovy 'Who Brought That' Pasta Salad image

I'm a middle child, so I have a need to stand out. This pasta salads fills that need, in both presentation and taste. This is the potluck show stopper that will have everyone asking 'Who brought that pasta salad?!'

Provided by lovestohost

Categories     Rotini Pasta Salad

Time 2h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound tri-color rotini pasta
½ cup water, divided
5 drops red food coloring
5 drops green food coloring
5 drops blue food coloring
5 drops yellow food coloring
1 cup white sugar
¾ cup cider vinegar
½ cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons dried parsley flakes, or to taste
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 small onion, grated
½ green bell pepper, diced
4 carrots, grated

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Put 2 tablespoons water in each of 4 resealable plastic bags; add red food coloring to a bag. Add green food coloring to second bag. Add blue food coloring to third bag. Add yellow food coloring to fourth bag.
  • Divide rotini among the four bags; squeeze bag to evenly color rotini. Set aside to allow color to saturate, about 10 minutes. Transfer pasta to a large bowl.
  • Whisk sugar, vinegar, oil, parsley, salt, garlic powder, and pepper together in a bowl until sugar is dissolved into dressing.
  • Mix onion, green bell pepper, and carrots into pasta. Drizzle dressing over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate until flavors blend, at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452.8 calories, Carbohydrate 72.3 g, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 319.8 mg, Sugar 28.7 g

THAT PASTA SALAD!



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The most popular salad at every BBQ. I am always asked to bring this along when we have parties. So easy and tasty.

Provided by robik2423

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups pasta (uncooked)
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 (225 g) can pineapple, drained and chopped
3 slices ham, chopped
1 (270 g) can corn, drained
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons cream (I use light)
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons lemon juice
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as per packed directions& cool.
  • Chop celery, pineapple& ham.
  • Add to pasta once cooled.
  • Mix mayo, cream, lemon juice& parsley together.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Mix everything together& serve.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.8, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 15.4, Sodium 217.7, Carbohydrate 42.3, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 6.2, Protein 7.7

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible: Fresh vegetables, herbs, and fruits will give your pasta salad the best flavor.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: This means that the pasta should be slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and will not hold up well in a salad.
  • Let the pasta cool completely before adding the other ingredients: This will help prevent the pasta from absorbing too much dressing and becoming soggy.
  • Use a variety of vegetables and proteins: This will make your pasta salad more flavorful and interesting. Some good options include cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, artichoke hearts, grilled chicken, or shrimp.
  • Choose a dressing that complements the other ingredients: A light vinaigrette or a creamy dressing are both good options. You can also use a store-bought dressing, but be sure to taste it first and adjust the seasonings as needed.

Conclusion:

Pasta salad is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a side dish. It's also a great way to use up leftover pasta. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a pasta salad that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these pasta salad recipes a try.

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