UpChuckin’ Pumpkin Loaded Pasta Salad
UpChuckin’ Pumpkin Loaded Pasta Salad is a colorful and flavorful dish that brings the essence of autumn to your table. This vibrant salad combines rotini pasta with a medley of fresh vegetables, savory proteins, and zesty Italian dressing. Perfect for gatherings or meal prep, it offers a delightful balance of taste and nutrition, making it a favorite for family dinners or potlucks. Not only is it visually appealing, but it’s also versatile—customize it with your choice of veggies and proteins! Enjoy this hearty yet refreshing dish that promises satisfaction in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 16 oz box Rotini pasta (multicolored vegetable)
- 1/2–3/4 cup Italian dressing
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers (diced)
- 1/2 yellow onion (diced)
- 2 oz can black olives (sliced)
- 1/2 large cucumber (peeled and diced)
- 12 slices chopped chicken
- 10 chopped cheddar cheese sticks
- 1 cup sliced turkey sausage sticks
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Small pie pumpkin (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain well.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta with diced roasted red peppers, onion, black olives, and cucumber.
- Add in the chopped chicken, turkey sausage sticks, and cheddar cheese, mixing everything together gently.
- Pour in the Italian dressing and toss until all ingredients are well coated.
- Transfer to a serving dish and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Chill before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg