Pampered Chef Confetti Pasta Salad

Bright, zesty, and bursting with vibrant colors, Pampered Chef Confetti Pasta Salad is the perfect dish to elevate any gathering or weeknight meal. This crowd-pleasing recipe combines tender rotini pasta with a medley of fresh, crisp vegetables—like cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and cucumber—alongside savory black olives and red onion for a delightful crunch. Shredded cheddar cheese and a tangy Italian dressing tie it all together, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a touch of herby freshness. Ready in just under 30 minutes, this no-fuss pasta salad is served cold, making it an ideal make-ahead option for picnics, potlucks, or summertime barbecues. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, this vibrant pasta dish is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:28 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz Rotini pasta
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Cucumber, diced
• 0.5 small Red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Black olives, sliced
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 cup Italian salad dressing
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool the pasta down quickly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, diced yellow and red bell peppers, diced cucumber, chopped red onion, and sliced black olives.

Step 3

Add the cooked and cooled pasta to the vegetable mixture and toss to combine.

Step 4

Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped fresh parsley.

Step 5

Pour the Italian salad dressing over the pasta salad and mix well to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste, and give it a final toss.

Step 7

Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Before serving, stir the salad once more and garnish with additional parsley if desired. Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1156.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1362.7

Total Fat 106.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.1g
Cholesterol 121.1mg	0%
Sodium 5167.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 46.7g
Protein 35.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 921.7mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 1588.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.6%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 21.3%