UpChuckin’ Pumpkin Loaded Pasta Salad
UpChuckin’ Pumpkin Loaded Pasta Salad is a vibrant and hearty dish that captures the essence of fall with its colorful ingredients and delightful flavors. This recipe pairs multicolored rotini pasta with roasted red peppers, olives, fresh vegetables, and tender chicken for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for potlucks, gatherings, or cozy dinners. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this pasta salad is as versatile as it is delicious, making it a hit at any occasion. With its zesty Italian dressing and creamy cheese topping, this dish will impress your guests while delivering seasonal warmth in every bite.
- 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 multicolored 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 large cucumber (peeled and diced)
- 12 slices chopped chicken
- 10 chopped cheddar cheese sticks
- 1 cup sliced turkey sausage sticks
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to boil. Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with roasted red peppers, diced onion, black olives, cucumber, chopped chicken, cheddar cheese sticks, and turkey sausage.
- Pour 1/2 cup of Italian dressing over the mixture and toss gently until everything is well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning by adding more dressing if desired.
- Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg