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Fall Pasta Salad

Delicious Fall Pasta Salad with Roasted Veggies and Flavor

This Fall Pasta Salad is a delightful blend of roasted veggies and pasta, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Refrigeration Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 oz Short Pasta (fusilli or penne)
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Butternut squash can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 lb Brussels Sprouts Broccoli can be substituted for a milder taste.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used as an alternative.
  • 3 Tbsp Sherry Vinegar Red wine vinegar can be swapped in a pinch.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Adjust quantity if using table salt.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground is best.
For Extra Flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be substituted.
  • 1/2 cup Olives Any variety can be used, or omit.
For Garnish
  • 1 cup Radicchio Kale or arugula can be used as alternatives.
  • 4 oz Goat Cheese Feta cheese can be a substitution.
  • 1/4 cup Pepitas Sunflower seeds can be used as a replacement.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pot

Method
 

Main Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C).
  2. Toss diced sweet potatoes and halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil and kosher salt on a large baking sheet. Roast until golden brown and tender, about 40 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, sherry vinegar, kosher salt, black pepper, and minced garlic.
  4. In a pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the short pasta according to package instructions (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse with cool water.
  5. Combine the roasted vegetables, drained pasta, and olives with the dressing in the bowl. Toss until well coated.
  6. Let the mixture cool down for about 20 minutes, then add chopped radicchio, crumbled goat cheese, and pepitas, and toss gently.
  7. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  8. Before serving, toss the salad to redistribute the flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Fall Pasta Salad can be made up to 2 days in advance; letting it marinate in the dressing enhances the overall taste.

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