Best Rainbow Pasta Salad Recipes

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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 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
¼ 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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This is a sweet and tasty salad that I made for a potluck supper, it was well received by all. For the sweetened condensed milk I used #14062 by Darlene Summers with great success. Cook time does NOT reflect overnight refrigeration.

Provided by lets.eat

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 27m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb tri-color spiral pasta
2 carrots, shredded
1 red onion, minced
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 cup white vinegar
1 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.5, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 16.3, Sodium 390.9, Carbohydrate 66.4, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 33.7, Protein 8.1

CATELLI BISTRO RAINBOW PASTA SALAD WITH LEMON TAHINI DRESSING



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Tahini is a sesame seed-based condiment used in Middle Eastern cooking; it has a rich, distinct flavour and is perfect for thickening dressings.

Provided by Catelli®

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Catelli®

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (375 g) package Catelli Bistro® Tri-Colour Rainbows
2 cups baby arugula
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup chopped English cucumber
¼ cup sliced pitted kalamata olives
¼ cup finely chopped red onion
½ cup chopped fresh parsley, divided
½ cup crumbled feta cheese, divided
½ cup plain 2% yogurt
⅓ cup tahini
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons water
1 clove garlic, minced
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Lemon Tahini Dressing: Whisk together yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, water, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water; transfer to large bowl.
  • Add arugula, tomatoes, chickpeas, cucumber, Kalamata olives, red onion, half of the parsley and half of the feta to pasta; drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Sprinkle with remaining parsley and feta cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.1 calories, Carbohydrate 47.4 g, Cholesterol 9.3 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 531.2 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

RAINBOW ROTINI PASTA SALAD



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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.

CHICKEN RAINBOW PASTA SALAD



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A good picnic salad. If you want to omit the chicken to make this a vegetarian salad, cut the mayo in the dressing down to 1/3 cup.

Provided by echo echo

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups cooked chicken (optional)
1 medium cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced
3/4 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion (about 1/2 onion)
1/4 cup finely chopped yellow bell peppers or 1/4 cup orange bell pepper
1 (8 ounce) package tri-color spiral pasta, cooked without salt
1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1/4 cup low-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons nonfat milk
1 teaspoon dried dill
salt (optional)
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine chicken through rotini in a large bowl.
  • Blend together dressing ingredients in a small bowl, add to salad and toss to coat.
  • Chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.3, Fat 8.5, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 11, Sodium 180, Carbohydrate 34.7, Fiber 2, Sugar 3.8, Protein 6.2

RAINBOW'S RAINBOW PASTA SALAD



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The local groccery store's DELICIOUS pasta salad!! Sadly, the building was sold a few years ago. Got the recipe from a the Deli guy Chad.

Provided by Katie Smith @MissKatie

Categories     Pasta Sides

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package(s) rainbow rotelli
1 - red onion
2 - zucchini
1 each - red, yellow, and orange bell peppers
1 can(s) diced olives
1 package(s) carrots, shredded
1 pint(s) parmigiano-reggiano, grated
1 package(s) dry zesty itallian dressing
1 package(s) dry ranch dressing mix
1 bottle(s) zesty itallian dressing

Steps:

  • First chop all your veggies, then boil your noodles. When the noodles are steaming hot and slightly cool add the dry packets of ranch and italian dressings, this adds the extra flavor to the noodles. Then add everything else and pour the Italian dressing over it and stir it up!

RAINBOW PASTA SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Side

Yield 12-14 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb pkg tricolor spiral pasta
2 med carrots shredded
1 lg red onion chopped
1 med green pepper chopped
1/2 tsp celery seed or
2 celery sticks chopped
1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
1 c vinegar
1 c mayonnaise
3/4 c sugar
1 tsp salt
1/2 to 1 tsp pepper

Steps:

  • cook pasta per directions; rinse in cold water, drain, place in large bowl; add carrots, onions, gr pepper, celery; combine remaining ingredients and pour over pasta; toss to coat; cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight;

RAINBOW PASTA SALAD



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This is a very tasty salad, great for potlucks.

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Pasta Salads

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pkg (16 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta
2 c fresh broccoli flourets
1 c chopped, carrots
1/2 c chopped, tomato
1/2 c choppe, cucumber
1 can(s) ( 15 - 1/4 ounce ) whole kernal corn, drained
1 jar(s) 6-1/2 ounces marinated artichoke hearts, drained and halved
1 bottle (8 ounces) italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • 1. 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.

RAINBOW PASTA SALAD RECIPE



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Provided by martha81

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 oz rainbow twirls pasta
1/2 red onion thinly sliced
3/4 grape tomatoes quartered
1/2 orange bell pepper
1/2 yellow bell pepper
1/2 red bell pepper
2 zucchini sliced into half moons
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup black olives
1/2 cup green olives sliced
3 tbsp capers rinsed and drained
1 cup italian dressing

Steps:

  • 1 cook pasta according to directions rinse and set aside 2 In a large bowl combine all other ingredients along with rinsed pasta 3 Refrigerate in a airtight container for at least 1-4 hours 4 serve chilled refrigerate leftovers

RAINBOW PASTA SALAD



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Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16-ounce) package rainbow rotini, uncooked
1 (6-ounce) can black olives, drained and sliced
1 green pepper, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
1 cucumber, chopped
1 cup pepperoni, sliced and quartered
1 (16-ounce) bottle Italian salad dressing, divided

Steps:

  • Cook rotini according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Mix together rotini and all ingredients except dressing in a large bowl. Pour half the salad dressing over the top; toss to coat. Chill. Stir in remaining dressing at serving time. Tip: For chilled salads, cook pasta for the shortest time given on the package, then rinse with cold water. Drain well...no mushy macaroni!

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