Best Toms Cold Rotini Salad Recipes

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ROTINI PASTA SALAD



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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

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.

TOM'S COLD ROTINI SALAD



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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

RAINBOW ROTINI SALAD



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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

WARM TORTELLINI AND ROASTED VEGETABLE SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow), cut into thick strips
1 small bulb fennel, trimmed, halved, cored and thinly sliced, plus 1/4 cup chopped fronds
1 red onion, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick rings
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 9-ounce package spinach or cheese tortellini
1 5-ounce package baby kale (about 8 cups)
4 cloves garlic, sliced
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 cup torn fresh basil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Toss the bell peppers, fennel, red onion, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned, about 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook as the label directs; drain. Put the kale in a large bowl and top with the warm tortellini and roasted vegetables.
  • Heat the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until it just starts browning, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the vinegar; pour over the tortellini mixture and toss to coat. Add the basil and fennel fronds, season with salt and pepper and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calorie, Fat 26 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 25 milligrams, Sodium 580 milligrams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 12 grams

COLD TORTELLINI SALAD



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This is always a hit at cookouts and potlucks. Fast, easy, and delicious!

Provided by Tomas Weaver

Time 2h35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (12 ounce) packages refrigerated cheese tortellini
8 medium carrots, sliced 1/4-inch thick
4 cups broccoli florets
4 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
2 cloves minced garlic
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup grated Romano cheese
¼ cup grated Asiago cheese
1 ½ cups Italian salad dressing, or to taste
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Cholula®)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini in the boiling water until tender yet firm to the bite, 6 to 7 minutes. Drain well and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add carrots, broccoli, green onions, and garlic to the tortellini. Sprinkle Parmesan, Romano, and Asiago cheeses over top. Combine salad dressing and hot sauce in a small bowl; pour over the salad and toss gently to combine, being careful not to break the tortellini.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.7 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Cholesterol 36.7 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 993.3 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

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