Morgan Davis
@nagromda
Garden Rotini Pasta Salad for a Crowd
This vibrant and refreshing Garden Rotini Pasta Salad is perfect for gatherings, featuring colorful vegetables and a zesty Italian dressing. It's easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, making it a great choice for parties, picnics, or potlucks.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Meal Type:lunch
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:party
- Ingredients:9
- Views:7
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time15 min.
- Total time35 min.
- Servings70
Ingredients
- 3 pounds
- 2 (16 ounce) packages
- 6
- 2 (16 ounce) bottles
- 16 ounces
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 tablespoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Garden Rotini Pasta Salad for a Crowd.
Step 1
Start by bringing a generous pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil.
Step 2
Toss in the garden rotini pasta and let it cook for about eight minutes, or until it reaches that perfect al dente texture.
Step 3
While the pasta is bubbling away, take a moment to steam the broccoli florets in the microwave, following the package instructions—this should take around four to six minutes.
Step 4
Once the pasta is done, drain it in a colander and give it a refreshing rinse under cold water until it’s completely cool.
Step 5
Return the chilled pasta to the pot, and then add in the vibrant steamed broccoli, diced tomatoes, zesty Italian-style salad dressing, cubed Cheddar cheese, a sprinkle of salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Step 6
Stir everything together until it’s beautifully combined.
Step 7
Cover the pot and let the pasta salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to an hour, allowing those delightful flavors to meld together.
Step 8
When you’re ready to serve, dish out the pasta salad cold and savor every bite of this refreshing dish.
Step 9
Enjoy your culinary creation!.