UpChuckin’ Pumpkin Loaded Pasta Salad
UpChuckin’ Pumpkin Loaded Pasta Salad is a colorful and flavorful dish that captures the essence of autumn in every bite. This vibrant pasta salad features rotini pasta paired with fresh veggies, savory turkey sausage, and creamy pumpkin, all tossed in a zesty Italian dressing. Perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress your guests while satisfying their taste buds. The festive presentation in a mini pumpkin adds charm to any table setting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 16 oz box multicolored rotini pasta
- 1/2–3/4 cup Italian dressing
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers (diced)
- 1/2 yellow onion (diced)
- 2 oz can black olives (sliced)
- 1/2 large cucumber (peeled and diced)
- 12 slices chopped chicken deli meat
- 10 chopped cheddar cheese sticks
- 1 cup sliced turkey sausage
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- small pie pumpkin (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, roasted red peppers, onion, olives, cucumber, chicken deli meat, cheddar cheese sticks, and turkey sausage. Toss gently to mix.
- Add Italian dressing and toss again until coated evenly. Adjust dressing as needed.
- Serve in a decorative bowl or hollowed-out mini pumpkin. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg