For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding marinated artichoke hearts or sun-dried tomatoes to the salad. If you prefer a lighter dressing, use a reduced-fat Italian dressing or whisk together your own vinaigrette with olive oil, vinegar, and Italian herbs. Feel free to customize the ingredients to your liking! Add other vegetables such as bell peppers, carrots, or cucumbers for added crunch and nutrition. This salad is best served cold. If making ahead of time, you may want to reserve some of the dressing and add it just before serving to prevent the pasta from drying out.
Rainbow Pasta Salad
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 25 mins
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SERVING8 People
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Celebrate the vibrant flavors of Italy with this delightful Rainbow Pasta Salad. A symphony of colors and textures, this dish features perfectly cooked tri-color rotini, crisp broccoli, savory pepperoni, and creamy mozzarella, all tossed in a tangy Italian dressing. Perfect as a side or a light lunch, this salad is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate26 g
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Cholesterol33 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein14 g
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Saturated Fat8 g
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Sodium1518 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat29 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View 8 mins Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the tri-color rotini pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain the pasta thoroughly and rinse under cold water until completely cooled. (8 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, Italian-style salad dressing, shredded mozzarella cheese, fresh broccoli florets, sliced black olives, and sliced pepperoni sausage. Toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated. (5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 1 hrs Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together. This also helps the pasta to fully chill. (60 minutes)
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Caitlyn Armstrongblick
Apr 24, 2025I added some sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts – it was delicious! Thanks for the great recipe.
Jammie Murray
Dec 7, 2024This salad was a huge hit at our family barbecue! Everyone loved the vibrant colors and fresh flavors.
Mohammad Barton
Aug 7, 2024Easy to make and perfect for meal prepping. I packed it for lunch all week!
Hattie Mccullough
Apr 25, 2023My kids are picky eaters, but they actually enjoyed this salad! A great way to get them to eat their veggies.
Sydni Fahey
Mar 29, 2023The pepperoni gives it such a nice savory flavor! I will definitely be making this again.
Zachery Jacobs
Oct 5, 2022I made this for a potluck and it was gone in minutes! The Italian dressing really ties everything together.