Best Toms Cold Rotini Salad Recipes

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ROTINI PASTA SALAD



Rotini Pasta Salad image

This pasta salad is perfect for entertaining, picnics, potlucks, or just every day at home. The flavors are fresh, delicious, and perfect for a flavorful lunch, or dinner side.

Provided by Kimber

Categories     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 oz rotini pasta ((1 box))
4 oz cheddar cheese (cubed)
4 oz mozzarella cheese (cubed)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1 red bell pepper (diced)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2 cup red onion (finely diced)
8 oz pepperoni slices (quartered)
1 cup Italian dressing ((see note))
1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta per package directions. Drain pasta and run under cold water, then place pasta in a large bowl.
  • While the pasta is cooking prep the remaining ingredients. When it is done, mix in the cheese, peppers, tomatoes, onion, pepperoni, and basil.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately or chill, then toss before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.5 cup, Calories 356 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Sodium 649 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g

QUICK ITALIAN PASTA SALAD



Quick Italian Pasta Salad image

A quick and flavorful pasta salad with salami and bell peppers.

Provided by Trish

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) package tri-color rotini pasta
¾ pound Italian salami, finely diced
½ green bell pepper, sliced
½ red bell pepper, sliced
½ red onion, chopped
1 cup Italian-style salad dressing
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
8 ounces small fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine)
3 (.7 ounce) packages dry Italian-style salad dressing mix, or to taste
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

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 with cold water until cool.
  • Combine pasta, salami, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, onion, salad dressing, olives, and mozzarella cheese in a large bowl. Mix dry salad dressing into pasta; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 1893.1 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

RAINBOW ROTINI SALAD



Rainbow Rotini Salad image

This is a standard for potlucks, and it makes a nice big salad that tastes great!

Provided by Sue H.

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package colored rotini pasta
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 large cucumber, chopped
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup fresh sliced mushrooms
1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing
1 cup black olives, pitted and sliced

Steps:

  • Bring 4 quarts of water to a rapid boil (2 teaspoons of salt can be added, optional). Add rotini. Return water to rapid boil and cook uncovered, stirring frequently, for about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain. Rinse in cold water.
  • Combine cooked pasta with tomatoes, green bell pepper, onion, cucumber, broccoli, mushrooms, olives and Italian salad dressing. Cover and chill. Toss salad before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.5 calories, Carbohydrate 50.2 g, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 622.6 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

TOM'S COLD ROTINI SALAD



Tom's Cold Rotini Salad image

Tom was wanting some pasta salad and came up with this little recipe. You will want to add the mayo and mustard to your liking.

Provided by CandyTX

Categories     Brunch

Time 1h

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups mayonnaise
4 tablespoons mustard
2 roma tomatoes
1/2 cup cooked bacon, pieces
1/2 cup sweet relish
1 lb cooked tri-colored pasta (noodles)

Steps:

  • Cook rotini until done (slightly firm).
  • Rinse rotini under cold water until room temperature.
  • Seed and dice the tomatoes.
  • Mix all ingredients well.
  • Refrigerate overnight and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.4, Fat 16, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 12.2, Sodium 501.3, Carbohydrate 16.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 5.5, Protein 0.8

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