Naughty Curry Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Naughty Curry Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups rotini pasta; 1 1/3 cups light Italian dressing, plus more as needed; 2 cups broccoli florets; 3 green onions, minced; 1/2 cup grape tomatoes; 1/3 cup carrot, chopped; salt; 2 teaspoons black mustard seeds; chili flakes (optional); Spice Mix (use 1 1/2 Tablespoons); 1/4 cup cumin seed; 1/4 cup coriander seed; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; 2 whole cloves; 1/2 teaspoon fennel seed; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder; 1/2 teaspoon asafoetida powder

Servings: persons

3 cups rotini pasta
1 1/3 cups light Italian dressing, plus more as needed
2 cups broccoli florets
3 green onions, minced
1/2 cup grape tomatoes
1/3 cup carrot, chopped
salt
2 teaspoons black mustard seeds
chili flakes (optional)
Spice Mix (use 1 1/2 Tablespoons)
1/4 cup cumin seed
1/4 cup coriander seed
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
2 whole cloves
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
1/2 teaspoon asafoetida powder

1
Dry roast the Spice Mix spices, except for the ginger powder and the paprika. Whizz it to a powder in your coffee grinder, then mix in the ginger powder and paprika. Set aside.
2
Cook the pasta until it is done but still somewhat firm. Rinse with cold water.
3
Combine the pasta with the vegetables in a large bowl. Stir in the salad dressing. Add salt and 1 1/2 Tb of the spice mix.
4
In a small skillet, heat a dab of oil until it is sizzle-hot. Add the black mustard seeds. As soon as they have quit popping, dump them in the pasta bowl.
5
Mix everything together. Cover and refrigerate. It's best to let it chill at least an hour before chow time, if you can stand it.

815

kcal

Calories

Fat

159

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups rotini pasta, 1 1/3 cups light Italian dressing, plus more as needed, 2 cups broccoli florets, 3 green onions, minced, and more.

Yes, Naughty Curry Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Naughty Curry Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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