Best 2 Rainbow Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

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Elevate your next picnic, potluck, or summer gathering with a delightful Rainbow Rotini Pasta Salad. This vibrant and flavorful dish combines tender rotini pasta, an array of colorful vegetables, zesty herbs, and a tangy dressing, creating a salad that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. With its medley of textures, flavors, and vibrant hues, our curated recipe offers a refreshing and visually stunning side dish that will be the star of any occasion.

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

RAINBOW ROTINI PASTA SALAD



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Oodles of noodles plus plenty of fresh veggies make Debbie Albright's side dish a real meal-brightener. "I sometimes add extra color by substituting red bell pepper for half of the green one," she shares from her Salisbury, North Carolina kitchen.But the secret ingredient in this salad is actually t he sweetened condensed milk."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (1 pound) tricolor spiral pasta
2 medium carrots, shredded
1 large red onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/2 teaspoon celery seed or 2 celery ribs, chopped
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 cup vinegar
1 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse in cold water and drain; place in a large bowl. Add carrots, onion, green pepper and celery seed. In another bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 296mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

RAINBOW ROTINI PASTA SALAD



Rainbow Rotini Pasta Salad image

I just love this pasta salad in the summertime! The fresh crisp veggies make it so refreshing! Enjoy!

Provided by Amber White

Categories     Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 oz rainbow rotini pasta
8 oz italian salad dressing
1 c diced tomato
1/4 c diced onion
1/4 c sliced black olives
1/2 c diced cucumber
1/2 c broccoli florets

Steps:

  • 1. Cook and drain the pasta according to package directions.
  • 2. Run pasta under cold water. Strain
  • 3. In a large serving bowl add all the ingredients and toss gently.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, vibrant vegetables. The colors of the vegetables will make your pasta salad pop.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. You don't want the pasta to be mushy.
  • Let the pasta cool completely before adding the other ingredients. This will prevent the pasta from absorbing too much dressing.
  • Use a light, flavorful dressing. You don't want the dressing to overpower the other ingredients.
  • Add some herbs or spices for extra flavor.
  • Garnish the pasta salad with fresh herbs or grated cheese.

Conclusion:

Rainbow rotini pasta salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and summer gatherings. With its vibrant colors and refreshing flavor, this pasta salad is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a light and flavorful dish, give rainbow rotini pasta salad a try.

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