Description

UpChuckin’ Pumpkin Loaded Pasta Salad is a festive and flavorful dish that’s perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or Halloween celebrations. This vibrant pasta salad features a delightful mix of rotini pasta, savory meats, and fresh vegetables, all brought together with a creamy Italian dressing. Its colorful presentation and hearty ingredients make it appealing to both kids and adults alike. Easy to prepare and even better when chilled, this salad allows the flavors to meld beautifully, making it a must-try for your next meal. Elevate your dining experience with this unique fall-inspired pasta salad!

Ingredients

Scale

16 oz rotini pasta (multicolored vegetable)
1/2 cup roasted red peppers (diced)
1/2 yellow onion (diced)
2 oz canned black olives (sliced)
1/2 large cucumber (peeled and diced)
12 slices Buddig Honey chicken ham (chopped)
10 Frigo Wisconsin Cheddar Cheese sticks (chopped)
1 cup Old Wisconsin Turkey Sausage Sticks (sliced thin)
1/2–3/4 cup Italian dressing
Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions

Cook the rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta with roasted red peppers, diced onion, sliced olives, diced cucumber, chopped chicken ham, cheddar cheese sticks, and turkey sausage.
Add Italian dressing and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly. Adjust dressing to taste.
Transfer to a serving dish, top with grated Parmesan cheese, cover, and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 820mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Customize by adding seasonal vegetables or your favorite proteins. Allow sufficient chill time for flavors to meld before serving.