Pineapple Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Pineapple Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces corkscrew macaroni; 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks; 1 cup vegetable oil; 1/2 cup red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 cups cauliflower florets; 2 cups broccoli florets; 1 1 large red bell peppers or 1 large yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced; 1 medium red onion, sliced thin and separated into rings

Servings: persons

12 ounces corkscrew macaroni
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks
1 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cauliflower florets
2 cups broccoli florets
1 1 large red bell peppers or 1 large yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 medium red onion, sliced thin and separated into rings

1
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water.
2
Drain pineapple chunks reserving 3 tbsp of juice.
3
Combine pasta and cauliflower in a large bowl and pour dressing over and mix till well coated.
4
(dressing instructions to follow) Refrigerate overnight.
5
Add the broccoli, bell pepper, pineapple chunks and onions mixing well.
6
Refrigerate till serving time.
7
Dressing: Combine vegetable oil, reserved pineapple juice, mustard, vinegar, worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a jar with a lid and shake till well mixed.

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* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces corkscrew macaroni, 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, 1 cup vegetable oil, 1/2 cup red wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Pineapple 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!

Pineapple Pasta Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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