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UpChuckin’ Pumpkin Loaded Pasta Salad

UpChuckin' Pumpkin Loaded Pasta Salad
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UpChuckin’ Pumpkin Loaded Pasta Salad is the perfect dish to celebrate the flavors of fall! This vibrant pasta salad combines colorful vegetables, savory turkey sausage, and creamy cheese for a hearty and visually appealing meal. Ideal for Halloween gatherings, potlucks, or any autumn festivities, this salad not only pleases the palate but also serves as a delightful centerpiece when served in a hollowed-out pie pumpkin. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s a nutritious option that both kids and adults will love.

Ingredients

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  • 16 oz box Rotini pasta (multicolored vegetable)
  • 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 cooked chicken breast (chopped)
  • 10 sticks cheddar cheese (chopped)
  • 1 cup turkey sausage (sliced thin)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Small pie pumpkin (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini pasta in boiling water until al dente according to package directions. Drain and cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with roasted red peppers, yellow onion, black olives, cucumber, chopped chicken breast, cheddar cheese, and turkey sausage.
  3. Pour in Italian dressing and toss until everything is well coated. Adjust dressing amount to taste.
  4. Transfer to a serving dish or hollowed small pie pumpkin for presentation. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
  5. Chill until ready to enjoy.

Nutrition

Keywords: Feel free to customize with your favorite veggies or proteins. Letting the salad chill for an hour enhances flavor melding. Serve with extra toppings like olives or herbs for added flair.

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