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Hawaiian Pasta Salad

Hawaiian Pasta Salad: A Tropical Twist for Your Summer Table

This Hawaiian Pasta Salad is a refreshing dish that combines sweet pineapple, savory ham, and colorful veggies, making it perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces short pasta (rotini or fusilli) cooked al dente and cooled
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks canned or fresh
  • 1 cup diced deli ham can substitute with chicken or turkey
  • 1 cup bell peppers any variety, chopped
  • 1/2 cup green onions chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup light vinaigrette
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup canned mandarin oranges
  • 1 cup fresh grapes halved

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • colander
  • mixing bowl
  • cutting board
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
    Hawaiian Pasta Salad
  2. Chop the pineapple, slice the deli ham, and chop the bell peppers and green onions into uniform pieces.
    Hawaiian Pasta Salad
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, pineapple, ham, bell peppers, and green onions. Add optional ingredients if desired.
    Hawaiian Pasta Salad
  4. Drizzle the light vinaigrette over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
    Hawaiian Pasta Salad
  5. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
    Hawaiian Pasta Salad

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 7gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For the best flavor, prepare the salad no more than a day in advance to allow flavors to meld. Avoid freezing to maintain texture.

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