Unico Rotini
Unico Rotini
Unico Rotini are short, tight spirals — even springier than fusilli at grabbing sauce, and a favourite for pasta salads and chunky sauces.
Highlights
- Short, tightly coiled spirals
- Tight twists grab plenty of sauce
- A favourite for pasta salads
- Tight coils that hold dressing
What is Unico Rotini?
Short pasta with a tight, springy corkscrew twist. The tighter coil grabs even more sauce and small ingredients than fusilli, and its sturdy shape makes it a go-to for cold pasta salads as well as chunky tomato and creamy sauces.
Why Choose Unico Rotini?
- Tight coil grabs sauce and small bits
- Especially good in pasta salads
- Springier twist than fusilli
- Sturdy short shape
How Do You Use Unico Rotini?
Common Uses
- Cold pasta salads
- Chunky tomato sauces
- Creamy and cheese sauces
- Baked pasta
Best Pairings
- Vinaigrettes (salads)
- Diced vegetables and cheese
- Pesto
- Chunky meat sauces
Nutritional Information
Per 1 1/2 cups (85 g) dry pasta
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 310 | |
| Fat | 1.5 g | 2 % |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2 % |
| + Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Carbohydrate | 64 g | |
| Fibre | 4 g | 14 % |
| Sugars | 2 g | 2 % |
| Protein | 11 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0 % |
| Potassium | 175 mg | 4 % |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2 % |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14 % |
| Thiamine | 0.55 mg | 46 % |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 mg | 8 % |
| Niacin | 5 mg | 31 % |
| Folate | 290 µg DFE | 73 % |
* 5 % or less is a little, 15 % or more is a lot
Ingredients
Canadian durum wheat semolina, niacin, ferrous sulphate (iron), thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin B2), folic acid.
Allergens
Contains wheat. May contain egg.
Certification
- Kosher
Frequently Asked Questions About Unico Rotini
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1. How long does dry pasta take to cook?
Most dry pasta cooks in roughly 8 to 12 minutes in plenty of boiling salted water, depending on the shape and how al dente you like it. Always follow the cooking time printed on the package.
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2. How much dry pasta should I cook per person?
A typical single serving is about 85 g of dry pasta, the serving size used on the nutrition panel. Adjust up or down depending on appetites and whether it is a main or a side.
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3. Does dry pasta contain wheat or egg?
Unico pasta contains wheat and may contain egg. Always check the label if you have a food allergy.
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4. What sizes does Rotini come in?
Unico Rotini is available in the following: 900 g.
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5. Is Rotini kosher?
Unico Rotini is kosher certified. Look for the certification symbol on the package.
Recipes Using Unico Rotini
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Pasta and Sundried Tomatoes
A bright, summery pasta of green beans, sweet onions and sun-dried tomatoes tossed with rotini and fresh cherry tomat…
Key Ingredients: Gallo Olive Oil · Unico Rotini
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Seafood Pasta
Rotini with baby clams and mixed seafood in a light white wine, fish stock and tarragon sauce — with an easy red-sauc…
Key Ingredients: Unico Baby Clams · Gallo Olive Oil · Unico Rotini
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Rotini Con Funghi e Pinoli
An elegant pasta of marinated shiitake mushrooms, prosciutto, olives and sun-dried tomatoes in a white wine sauce, to…
Key Ingredients: Gallo Olive Oil · Unico Red Wine Vinegar · Unico Ripe Italian Style Olives
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Pasta with Lentils and Artichoke Hearts
Rotini in a cumin-spiced tomato sauce with tender lentils and marinated artichoke hearts, finished with a little heat…
Key Ingredients: Unico Dry Lentils · Gallo Olive Oil · Unico Whole Tomatoes
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Unico Rotini for Everyday Cooking
Unico Rotini are short, tightly coiled spirals of durum wheat semolina. The tighter twist grabs even more sauce and small ingredients than fusilli, making rotini a favourite for cold pasta salads as well as chunky and creamy sauces — distinct from the looser fusilli spiral.