Lanai Pasta Salad
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly fresh, Lanai Pasta Salad is a tropical-inspired dish that combines tender rotini pasta with bursts of sweetness from juicy pineapple chunks, the crisp crunch of sugar snap peas, and the vibrant flavors of red bell pepper and cucumber. Tossed in a tangy homemade dressing made with freshly squeezed lime juice, honey, and a hint of soy sauce, this salad is as flavorful as it is refreshing. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a light side dish, this easy-to-make recipe takes just 25 minutes and can be served chilled or at room temperature. Bursting with color and flavor, Lanai Pasta Salad is your go-to dish for a taste of island sunshine right at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1.5 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained if canned)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, chopped
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup sugar snap peas, halved
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pineapple chunks, diced red bell pepper, chopped cucumber, finely chopped red onion, halved sugar snap peas, and chopped cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Add the cooled pasta to the mixing bowl with the vegetables and pineapple. Toss gently to combine.
Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss again to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2140 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.9 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1786 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 369.8 g | 134% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.2 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.6 g | ||
| Protein | 56.1 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 339 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 2499 mg | 53% | |
*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.
