This tasty salad with Japanese buckwheat noodles is both quick and healthy; great for lunch or dinner. Most larger supermarkets have buckwheat soba noodles in the Asian food section.
Author: donrmath
Yogurt makes for a less fattening salad dressing while fruit adds a touch of sweetness. Great for a cool summer lunch, or leave out the chicken for a vegetarian side dish.
Author: Tattoogrl13
I threw this simple recipe together one night to use up some leftover chicken and asparagus. All quantities are approximate and can be adjusted according to your taste. Can easily be adjusted to include...
Author: Laurie
This hearty salad is a delicious meal that will fill any tummy! Serve as a main course and everyone will be pleased! Has pleased my friends and family time and time again!
Author: EMILIEWASMYEVE
Beat the summer heat with this Greek special. Makes a large batch and is good for parties, picnic or keep it all to yourself. Will stay in the fridge for 4 days or so. This is real nice for summer get-togethers...
Author: Michaelc
To boost flavor and nutrition, prepare the whole-grain couscous with orange juice instead of water.
Author: Ben S.
Full of fresh and bold Vietnamese flavors.
Author: kimmi
When in a hurry, my mother used to purchase deli macaroni salad and dress it up by adding hard-boiled eggs, carrots, and French dressing. This is my version of her recipe.
Author: KEMRECIPES
I enjoyed this salad at a well-known restaurant and when they wouldn't divulge the recipe, I created my own. Although a bit time consuming, everything can be prepared at least a day ahead, covered and...
Author: bellepepper
This dish incorporates one of my favorite things in the universe, avocado, into a side dish with other fresh vegetables. It also works as a vegan main course dish.
Author: SJWELLS
Quick and easy. Tastes best when it sits for a while before serving. I change up the veggies every time I make it, with whatever I have on hand. Carrots and celery work well.
Author: tojo5
When I make this, everyone always wants the recipe. I hope you enjoy this pasta salad with your favorite dishes or as a side for your BBQ.
Author: Douglas Moser
Acini di pepe is a small, round, pasta perfect for soups and salads. This salad can be served hot, cold, or my favorite, room temperature. Try some different combinations of additions to make variations,...
Author: madchef
This pasta salad with bacon and avocado recipe is to die for! Creamy goodness with all your favorites mixed all in one!
Author: JU-JUBEE
It can be hard to find picnic-friendly recipes that are vegan and gluten free. I made this salad using chickpea pasta for friends who can't eat gluten or dairy. I used produce I had just harvested from...
Author: LauraF
I was making pasta salad for a picnic and noticed that I ran out of dressing. All I had was extra-virgin olive oil. So, that's all I used, with some salt. It was so much better this way. Everyone wanted...
Author: Deb
A fabulous way to turn your leftovers into a high-protein pasta salad with chicken. The most perfect quick and easy weeknight dinner.
Author: Fioa
This yummy pesto pasta salad is perfect to make when you have fresh basil and tomatoes in the garden.
Author: Jennifer
Cold pasta salad with Greek yogurt for my dear friend who doesn't like vinegar.
Author: Laura Miller
Whole wheat orzo and veggies in a unique cold summer salad. Garnish with Parmesan cheese and slivered almonds.
Author: ccb1122
This cowboy salad is a tasty mix of fresh veggies, bow-tie pasta, and a delectable ranch sauce that your family will gobble up as quickly as mine did!
Author: Stephanie
A creamy blend of mayo and veggies sure to please any with a heart for a good ole' Southern tradition. My grandma use to make this macaroni salad all the time at every holiday.
Author: Terri Hurt
I created this recipe as I was using up leftover ingredients, and it was a delicious surprise! The dressing gives it just the right amount of tanginess, while the Gruyere, mushrooms, arugula, and dill...
Author: jkoltov
This is a quick and delicious recipe from staples in my pantry. It is a hearty pasta salad great as a main dish or side and is perfect for potlucks or anytime you are in a pinch for time. You can't go...
Author: ATB
This is a tasty and filling chicken pasta salad. Perfect served with a croissant and iced tea for a summer luncheon! Enjoy.
Author: Diane Whitfield
At the last minute, I was told to bring something for a potluck at work. Not having the time to go shopping, I used whatever I had on hand and used a dressing my mother always used on her potato salad....
Author: Klantz
A quick and easy noodle salad with delicious sweet red grapes, turkey, and a special kick of celery.
Author: COCINERADELSLA
This recipe is perfect if you have IBS and have to be careful with what food goes into your body. Every ingredient in the recipe falls under the Low FODMAP foods. I have to eat gluten free, so I made my...
Author: linangle57
This cabbage, chicken and noodle salad is great to make for a barbeque since you can easily double the recipe for a large crowd.
Author: Leesa
The reason this salad holds up so well at room temperature is because you dress it twice. It absorbs the first round of dressing completely, the second addition keeps it glossy, and a fistful of walnuts...
Author: Claire Saffitz
This is a recipe I created when I needed something to take to a family get-together. It can be made ahead, so you just grab it and go! You can prepare all ingredients and refrigerate separately, then mix...
Author: LaSunshine
Cold penne pasta tossed with three colors of raw bell peppers, gorgonzola, walnuts, and wilted spinach in champagne-honey-walnut vinaigrette. A delicious dinner entree.
Author: POPINKI
A classic vegan pasta salad from Italy's Southern regions consisting of sauteed vegetables and dressed with a vegan olive-based sauce.
Author: Buckwheat Queen
I created this salad because I wanted something with a little kick and a lot of texture and taste. This is a recipe you can tweak to make it your own. It keeps well in fridge and is best served cold as...
Author: KB COUNTRYGIRL
Healthy, tasty, and very easy to make. Use your favorite fresh or frozen vegetables. Pepper flavored olive oil works well, too.
Author: YULIYAR
Whether you're packing a picnic or just an office lunch, this Mason jar meal not only helps with portability but also portion control. Starring Three Bridges® Organic Spinach and Cheese Tortellini, colorful...
Author: m_foodie
I came up with this one night out of necessity and cannot stop eating it! It's good hot or cold, and you can add or change things. Bring a big bowl to a potluck and watch it disappear!
Author: Brenda
Adapted a traditional Amish macaroni salad recipe. Made this for July 4th weekend and there was not one ounce left the first night! Celery seed really makes this! Add more mayo or a bit of sour cream if...
Author: KatieMarieWW
Cucumbers meet pasta with a punch! Just remember you literally can't mess this up. Good luck!
Author: Erecka
Great tasting pasta salad that I tend to eat way too much of... Feel free to make day before or morning of. Great for parties, just keep covered in refrigerator.
Author: Renots
This is a slightly healthier version of a BLT pasta salad. The quinoa pasta adds protein and is a healthier choice. A pound of cooked and drained bacon can be substituted for the real bacon bits for special...
Author: grampnana
This macaroni salad tastes just like the ones you buy at the local grocery store. Only difference is, it's cheaper to make yourself, and you can make as much as you need. (Let's face it...macaroni salad...
Author: LaPolz
This recipe uses salad dressing to add flare to an ordinary pasta salad. It's great hot or cold and makes wonderful leftovers... if you manage to have any!
Author: QUARTERGODDESS
This salad gets better the longer sits. It's very addicting and takes a lot of self control to stop eating. Believe me I've seen it happen at many parties.
Author: michellej
This is something I threw together one day. Prepare the veggies while the pasta cooks and you're done in 10 minutes. I use different kinds of tomatoes, depending on what I have on hand. Cherry or grape...
Author: Sarah Ripley
It's an easy 20 minute thing! Great for those fun days out! A superb blend of celery, green bell peppers, olives, and Vidalia onions! Yum!
Author: Justin Kempski
Spicy, summery pasta salad made with cucumber, lemon, mint, basil, and jalapeno. This is my interpretation of a spicy tabbouleh dish from 'Pasta & Co.'
Author: vburrito