Rebel Float Cotton Candy Salad (Print)
Sweet, colorful fusion salad with grapes, strawberries, pineapple, and yogurt dressing for a fun twist.
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta
01 - 12 ounces tri-color rotini pasta
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt (for boiling water)
→ Fruits and Sweets
03 - 2 cups cotton candy grapes, halved
04 - 1 cup strawberries, sliced
05 - 1 cup pineapple chunks
06 - 1/3 cup mini marshmallows
→ Creamy Dressing
07 - 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
08 - 1/4 cup sour cream
09 - 2 tablespoons honey
10 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
11 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Garnishes
12 - 2 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles (optional)
13 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)
# Instructions:
01 - Boil a large pot of salted water. Add tri-color rotini pasta and cook until al dente according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together vanilla Greek yogurt, sour cream, honey, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth and emulsified.
03 - Add the cooled pasta to the bowl with the dressing. Gently fold in the halved cotton candy grapes, sliced strawberries, pineapple chunks, and mini marshmallows.
04 - Toss the salad gently to ensure all components are evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
05 - Transfer the pasta salad to a serving bowl. Garnish with rainbow sprinkles and fresh mint leaves, if desired.
06 - Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
# Pro Tips:
01 -
- Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish
- Perfect for summer potlucks and picnics
- Kid approved but sophisticated enough for adults
- Versatile recipe that can be adapted to seasonal fruits
02 -
- Perfect make ahead dish that actually improves after a few hours in the refrigerator
- Contains a surprising amount of protein from the Greek yogurt
- Creates a memorable centerpiece at any gathering
- Adaptable to whatever fruits are in season