UpChuckin’ Pumpkin Loaded Pasta Salad
UpChuckin’ Pumpkin Loaded Pasta Salad is a vibrant and hearty dish that brings the flavors of fall to your table. Perfect for gatherings, this pasta salad features colorful rotini pasta combined with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a savory Italian dressing. The unique presentation in a hollowed-out pumpkin adds a festive touch that will impress guests of all ages. Easy to prepare and customizable, this salad can be served cold or at room temperature, making it an ideal choice for potlucks or family dinners. Elevate your mealtime experience with this delightful autumn-inspired dish!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz rotini pasta (cooked)
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers (diced)
- 1/2 yellow onion (diced)
- 1/2 large cucumber (peeled and diced)
- 12 slices chicken (chopped)
- 10 cheddar cheese sticks (chopped)
- 1 cup turkey sausage sticks (sliced thin)
- 1/2–3/4 cup Italian dressing
- Grated Parmesan cheese for garnishing
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine pasta, roasted red peppers, onion, cucumber, chicken, cheddar cheese, and turkey sausage.
- Pour in Italian dressing and toss gently until well coated. Adjust dressing to taste.
- Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Chill before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg