How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Our Family'S Favorite Pasta Salad?

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (12 oz.) pkg. rotelle noodles, 1 can red kidney beans, drained, 1 can garbanzo beans, drained, 1 small can sliced olives, drained, and more.

Is Our Family'S Favorite Pasta Salad suitable as pasta & noodles?

Yes, Our Family'S Favorite Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Our Family'S Favorite Pasta Salad?

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

Our Family'S Favorite Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Our Family'S Favorite Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (12 oz.) pkg. rotelle noodles; 1 can red kidney beans, drained; 1 can garbanzo beans, drained; 1 small can sliced olives, drained; 1 to 1 1/2 heads broccoli, cut into florets; 1/2 of large red onion, chopped or 3 to 4 green onions, including the greens, chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1 c. cubed Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese; 1 to 1 1/2 c. cubed ham or dry salami; Kraft House Italian dressing (approximately 1/2 bottle); 2 tsp. dill weed; 1 tsp. celery seed; 1 tsp. onion salt; 1 tsp. garlic powder; 6 to 8 shakes (approximately) red wine vinegar

Fresh, crisp and full of flavor — this Our Family'S Favorite Pasta Salad is a must-try. Made with rotelle noodles, red kidney beans, garbanzo beans and …

This Our Family'S Favorite Pasta Salad relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as red kidney beans, drained, garbanzo beans, drained, stalks celery, chopped and dill weed. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 680 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Pasta & Noodles

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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