UpChuckin’ Pumpkin Loaded Pasta Salad
UpChuckin’ Pumpkin Loaded Pasta Salad is a delightful autumn dish that combines vibrant colors and rich flavors, making it perfect for any festive gathering. This refreshing pasta salad features rotini pasta tossed with creamy cheese, savory roasted vegetables, and a zesty Italian dressing. Served in a hollowed-out pumpkin, it brings a touch of whimsy to your table and will impress guests of all ages. Not only is this dish simple to prepare, but it also allows for versatility in ingredients, ensuring everyone can enjoy their personalized version. Whether for Halloween parties or family dinners, this pasta salad stands out as a seasonal favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 16 oz rotini pasta
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, diced
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
- 2 oz black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 12 slices chicken (chopped)
- 10 cheddar cheese sticks (chopped)
- 1 cup turkey sausage sticks (sliced)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Small pie pumpkin (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with roasted red peppers, onions, olives, cucumber, chopped chicken, cheddar cheese sticks, and turkey sausage.
- Pour in the Italian dressing and mix well until evenly coated.
- Adjust seasoning by adding more dressing if desired.
- Serve in a hollowed-out pumpkin or a serving dish and top with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Chill before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg