Best 5 Rainbow Pasta Salad Ii Recipes

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With its vibrant colors and refreshing flavors, rainbow pasta salad II is a show-stopping dish that's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and summer gatherings. Made with a variety of colorful vegetables, tender pasta, and a tangy dressing, this salad is a feast for the eyes and the palate. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking, making it a versatile dish that everyone will enjoy.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

RAINBOW PASTA SALAD I



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A terrific Italian-flavored pasta salad with broccoli, pepperoni and cheese.

Provided by CESTIE

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package tri-color rotini pasta
ΒΌ pound sliced pepperoni sausage
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 (6 ounce) can black olives, drained and sliced
1 (8 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded
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 and rinse twice in cold water.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, pepperoni, broccoli, olives, cheese and dressing.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Cholesterol 32.8 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 1518 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

RAINBOW PASTA SALAD



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This refreshing, colorful salad is my mother's recipe. It features an uncommon but tempting mixture of vegetables. Mother always cooks with wonderful flair, and everything she makes is delicious as well as lovely on the table. -Barbara Carlucci, Orange Park, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup chopped carrots
1/2 cup chopped tomato
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 jar (6-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and halved
1 bottle (8 ounces) Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; add remaining ingredients and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 402mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

RAINBOW PASTA SALAD II



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This is a really quick and easy pasta salad. Great for picnics and BBQ's.

Provided by JENNIEANNE

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) package tri-colored pasta assortment
2 large tomatoes, diced
1 large cucumber, peeled and diced
1 red onion, finely chopped
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 and rinse in cold water.
  • In a large bowl combine tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, cooled pasta and Italian dressing. Refrigerate overnight, or for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.1 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 924 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

RAINBOW PASTA SALAD



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

Provided by Food.com

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 lb tri-color pasta
1/2 cup red onion, sliced into ribbons
2 cups multi-colored cherry tomatoes, diced
1 cup green pepper, diced
1 cup kale, chopped and massaged in a little oil
1/2 cup black olives
1/2 cup mild yellow banana pepper ring, jarred
1/2 lb cubed mozzarella cheese
1/2 lb mini pepperoni slice
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Mix together dressing (olive oil through pepper) and set aside until sugar is dissolved completely.
  • Cook pasta according to box directions and rinse under cold water until cool.
  • Mix pasta together with the rest of the ingredients and toss with the dressing. Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467, Fat 28.4, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 38.2, Sodium 734.7, Carbohydrate 36.6, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 6.7, Protein 15.7

RAINBOW PASTA SALAD



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A colourful pasta salad. Serves 4- easily multiplied for a larger number. If you would like a bit more zing to this dish- finely chop a red chilli and add with the salad dressing. Adapted from a recipe found in "Healthy Food""magazine. For a gluten-free version use gluten-free pasta and mustard- as gf pasta tends to break up somewhat when cooked is best to be sure pasta is just cooked rather than cooked longer.

Provided by Jubes

Categories     Australian

Time 25m

Yield 4 serves, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups tri-color spiral pasta, measure from dried uncooked pasta
1 red capsicum, diced (red bell pepper)
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup corn kernel (can use fresh, frozen or canned)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice (can add more to taste)
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a saucepan of boiling water, adding peas, capsicum and corn in last two minutes of cooking time. Drain.
  • Place pasta into a serving bowl.
  • To make the dressing- whisk together all the dressing ingredients or shake well in a glass jar.
  • Pour a small amount of the dressing over the salad to coat the pasta. Refrigerate.
  • When ready to serve pour the remaining dressing over the pasta and mix through .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.7, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 69.7, Carbohydrate 46.8, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 4.2, Protein 8.9

Tips:

  • Choose the right pasta: Short pastas like penne, shells, or fusilli are great choices for pasta salad because they hold the sauce and toppings well.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: This means cooking the pasta until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. This will help the pasta salad hold its shape and prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Rinse the pasta with cold water: This will help stop the cooking process and prevent the pasta from becoming sticky.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The more colorful the vegetables, the more attractive the pasta salad will be. Some good choices include bell peppers, carrots, celery, cucumbers, tomatoes, and radishes.
  • Add some protein: Grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu are all great additions to pasta salad.
  • Use a flavorful dressing: A simple vinaigrette or a creamy dressing made with mayonnaise or yogurt are both good choices.
  • Chill the pasta salad before serving: This will help the flavors meld and the pasta salad will be more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Rainbow pasta salad is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. With its colorful vegetables, flavorful dressing, and variety of textures, it is a dish that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a light and refreshing meal, give rainbow pasta salad a try!

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