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Pink Pasta Salad Cups

Vibrant Pink Pasta Salad Cups for Colorful Entertaining

Delightful Pink Pasta Salad Cups made with beet puree and Greek yogurt. A feast for the eyes and a healthy party snack.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 cup rotini pasta spiral shape holds onto the dressing beautifully
For the Dressing
  • 1 small beet gives the salad its vibrant pink hue
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt creamy base adds health benefits
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise provides a rich texture
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice brightens the dressing
  • ¼ teaspoon salt elevates flavors
  • teaspoon black pepper adds a subtle kick
For the Salad
  • ¼ cup diced cucumber offers a refreshing crunch
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley introduces freshness and color
  • 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese adds a savory note
For Serving
  • 12 pieces phyllo cups elegant presentation and crunchy texture

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the pasta cools, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the beet in foil and roast for about 45 minutes or until tender. Once cooled, peel and puree in a food processor with 1 tablespoon of water.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the beet puree, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until creamy.
  4. Gently fold the cooled pasta, diced cucumber, parsley, and feta into the dressing until the pasta and veggies are coated.
  5. Spoon the pink pasta salad into the phyllo cups, filling each generously without overstuffing.
  6. Cover the filled cups with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure rotini is cooked al dente. Rinse the pasta under cold water immediately to keep it firm. Roasting beets enhances flavor; steaming is quicker. Chill before serving for best taste.

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