Pasta Salad Recipes

Pasta salads are a hit at potlucks and picnics or a simple weeknight meal. Find easy and healthy options for pasta salad recipes including Italian, chicken, tortellini, pesto, macaroni, tuna, and more.

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    Blueberry Pasta Salad

    Blueberry pasta salad might sound odd, but don't knock it until you've tried it! This flavorful pasta salad features bowtie pasta, fresh herbs and vegetables, feta cheese and smoked salmon—all brought together with a sweet and tangy blueberry vinaigrette.

    Cubano Macaroni Salad

    One of my favorite sandwiches is a hot Cubano, piled high with juicy pork, layers of ham and melty Swiss...


    Barbecue Macaroni Salad

    My family loves a touch of barbecue sauce and ranch dressing in our mac salad. Not too much—just a hint...


    Chicken Caesar Macaroni Salad

    Give me a Caesar salad anytime, no matter what form it's in. I like to add some chicken and artichokes...


    Scandinavian-Inspired Macaroni Salad

    Give a humdrum side salad a Scandinavian touch by adding some freshly chopped dill and tiny shrimp. —Kallee Krong-McCreery, Escondido,...

    Confetti Macaroni Salad

    The bits of bright red and green in this easy macaroni salad remind me of fun confetti. The inspiration for...


    Mediterranean Shrimp Orzo Salad

    Loaded with veggies and shrimp, this crowd-pleaser is a tasty change from standard pasta salads. —Ginger Johnson, Pottstown, Pennsylvania

    Mediterranean Orzo Chicken Salad

    On hot days, I pull out this recipe for a cool supper. The lemon dressing is so refreshing. If you...


    Sesame Ramen Salad

    This spicy Asian sausage and noodle salad is equally good for lunch or a potluck. —Denese Johnson, Chico, Texas


    Fast Macaroni Salad

    Chopped veggies provide crunch, and cherry tomatoes add vibrant color to this refreshing and creamy pasta salad. —Frankiee Bush, Freedom,...


    Potluck Antipasto Pasta Salad

    I love trying new recipes, and this one for Italian pasta salad tops all other varieties I've tried. With beans,...

    Pasta Salad in a Jar

    If you're planning a picnic, make this pasta a day ahead. For my husband's lunch at work, I sometimes tie...


    Tortellini & Chicken Caesar Salad

    My family loved this pasta salad right from the start, so these days I serve it a lot. When grilling...


    Couscous Tabbouleh with Fresh Mint & Feta

    Using couscous instead of bulgur for tabbouleh really speeds up the process of making this colorful salad. Other quick-cooking grains,...


    Turkey Ramen Noodle Salad

    My husband and I make this awesome salad together—he does the chopping. When we bring it to potlucks, we pack...


    Chilled Shrimp Pasta Salad

    This chilled salad, along with a nice cool drink, is all you need on a hot summer day. It also...

    Grilled Vegetable Orzo Salad

    Vegetables that are in season make great additions to this orzo salad. It's the perfect side dish for a picnic,...


    Easy Pasta Salad for a Crowd

    Spinach, peppers and onions mingle with tangy feta cheese in this simple pasta salad. Feel free to make it ahead...


    Layered Veggie Tortellini Salad

    Tortellini and a Parmesan dressing give this layered salad an unexpected twist. It's great for a potluck. —Dennis Vitale, New...


    Wheely-Good Pasta Salad

    Red pepper pieces accent this yummy side dish, and the pasta wheels really drive the theme home. —Amber Kimmich, Powhatan,...


    BLT Bow Tie Pasta Salad

    This is one of our favorite cold pasta salad recipes. I first tried it at a family reunion, and...


    Spinach Chicken Salad

    Dazzle your hungry visitors with this crunchy salad. It showcases an interesting mixture of chicken, pasta, spinach and other vegetables....


    Farmers Market Orzo Salad

    Orzo is a tiny pasta shaped like rice. We use it as a base for veggies, lemony vinaigrette and cheeses...


    Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

    This crowd-pleasing bacon ranch pasta salad is loaded with good things: al dente pasta, a creamy dressing, bacon bits and...


    Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

    This dill pickle pasta salad is creamy and really packed with tangy flavor.

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    Gremolata Pasta Salad

    Straying from heavier, mayonnaise-based pasta salads, I created this lighter olive oil-based salad. Lemon juice, feta cheese, garlic and tomatoes...


    Vegan Pasta Salad

    Whip up this nutritious vegan pasta salad when you need an easy, cheese-less dish to bring to a summer cookout...


    Chickpea Pasta Salad

    This chickpea pasta salad turns a blend of fresh vegetables, herbs, Mediterranean spices, feta and a zesty vinaigrette into a...


    Creamy Pasta Salad

    Everyone needs this creamy pasta salad recipe that they can reach for when they need a foolproof salad everyone will...


    Pesto Tortellini Salad

    Easy to make and packed with flavor, this pesto tortellini salad recipe is one you'll return to again and again.


    Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

    Mexican street corn pasta salad is a flavorful fusion of two summertime favorites: smoky esquites and hearty pasta salad. Make...