Rosamarina Salad Recipe

A vibrant and surprisingly addictive sweet pasta salad! This Rosamarina Salad recipe, inspired by a cherished family tradition, features a creamy citrus dressing, perfectly cooked pasta, and a delightful mix of fresh fruits and crunchy nuts. Get ready for a taste of sweet nostalgia with this easy-to-follow recipe – a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 283.2 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Rosamarina Salad

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How to Make Rosamarina Salad

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice and pineapple juice.
  3. Whisk in the sugar, eggs, flour, and salt until smooth.
  4. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens to a custard-like consistency (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat.
  5. Pour the warm custard over the cooked pasta and gently toss to coat. Let the pasta salad stand at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. You can also refrigerate it at this point for up to 2 hours.
  6. Once the pasta salad has cooled slightly (or after refrigeration), gently fold in the mandarin oranges, diced pineapple, chopped nuts, and thawed whipped topping.
  7. Garnish with maraschino cherries, if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

117g

Fat

12g

Carbs

17g