Best Cheesy Pasta Vegetable Salad Recipes

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20 MINUTE CHEESY VEGETABLE PASTA BAKE



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This hearty Cheesy Vegetable Pasta Bake is full of delicious fresh vegetables, loaded with cheese, and best of all only takes ONE pot to make! Your family will beg for this meal!

Provided by Allyson

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb pasta ((your choice, I like spirals or bow ties for this recipe!))
1 medium zucchini (, chopped)
8 oz baby bella mushrooms (, diced (other variety would be fine too))
16 ounces pasta sauce (, your choice on type - I like marinara or a chunky vegetable variety )
1 cup mozzarella cheese (, shredded and divided)
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (, shredded)
1 TBS Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions. When there is 2 minutes left before the pasta is done, add zucchini and mushrooms into pot. Cook remaining 2 minutes. Strain.
  • Preheat broiler on high.
  • Add pasta sauce to pot, then add the strained pasta/veggies into the sauce. Mix well. Add 1/3 cup of mozzarella cheese into pot. Mix well.
  • Grease a large casserole dish with cooking spray, and then dump pasta mixture into baking dish. Top with remaining 2/3 cup mozzarella and 1/4 cup parmesan cheeses. Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the top.
  • Place under the broiler and cook for 3-5 minutes. Watch closely as it can burn quickly and cook time depends on oven. When the cheese is bubbly and browning remove from oven.
  • Serve and enjoy!

VEGGIE SPIRAL SALAD



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My husband and son detested pasta salad before I came up with this one. But there were no leftovers the very first time I served this-now it's a summertime family favorite! Filled with fresh, crunchy radishes and celery, juicy tomatoes and cucumbers, this nutritious recipe is one to try with your gang. -Melody Loyd, Parowan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup uncooked tricolor spiral pasta
1/2 cup chopped seeded cucumber
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup sliced radishes
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon Italian salad dressing mix
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the cucumber, celery, onion, radishes, tomatoes, olives, cheese, garlic powder and pepper. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into vegetable mixture., In a bowl, whisk the dressing mix, vinegar and oil. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 356mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

THE BEST CREAMY PASTA SALAD RECIPE



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The absolute BEST Creamy Pasta Salad made with broccoli, cucumbers, olives, cheese, red onion, red pepper, and broccoli then tossed in a sweet and tangy dressing. This is the perfect pasta salad for parties and potlucks!

Provided by Elyse

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package Ditalini pasta (or whatever pasta you have on hand)
1 cup broccoli florets (chopped)
1/2 red onion (minced)
1 red bell pepper (minced)
1 cucumber (diced)
1 (3.8 ounce) can sliced olives (drained)
1 cup block Colby Jack cheese (cubed)
1 cup Mayonnaise
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Rinse well with cold water until pasta is cold.
  • Place cooked and cooled pasta in a large mixing or serving bowl.
  • Mix in broccoli florets, red onion, red bell pepper, cucumber, sliced olives and cheese.
  • Whisk together all dressing ingredients and pour over pasta and other ingredients.
  • Gently fold in dressing until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

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