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Spooky Halloween Pasta Salad Recipe

Spooky Halloween Pasta Salad Recipe That's a Festive Hit

This Spooky Halloween Pasta Salad Recipe is a vibrant and customizable dish perfect for Halloween gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Black Pasta The key ingredient that delivers the spooky look
  • 1 cup Carrot Ribbons Adds sweetness and color; shredded carrots can be an alternative
For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Meat Choose beef, turkey, or chicken for a hearty protein source
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Essential for binding the meatballs
  • 1 large Egg Helps hold everything together in the meatballs
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Adds depth of flavor to the meatballs
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Enhances the savory profile of the dish
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning Provides aromatic herbs
  • Salt & Pepper To taste
For the Finish
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Offers a creamy finish
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Garnish for freshness

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the black pasta and cook according to the package instructions, typically about 8-10 minutes. Just 2 minutes before the pasta is done, gently toss in the carrot ribbons to blanch them. Once cooked, drain the mixture in a colander and set aside to cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined and shape into small meatballs.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for approximately 10 minutes, turning occasionally until golden-brown and cooked through.
  4. In a large serving bowl, gently combine the cooled pasta, carrot ribbons, and cooked meatballs. Carefully fold the ingredients together.
  5. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the pasta salad and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with vegetarian options and is perfect for make-ahead preparation.

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