Best Pasta Medley Salad Recipes

MEDITERRANEAN MEDLEY SALAD

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This refreshing alternative to pasta salad is perfect for casual summer luncheons. "You can serve it as a main dish with the tuna...or without it for a nice rice side," suggests Merwyn Garbini of Tucson, Arizona. "Sometimes, I substitute reduced-fat mayonnaise for the olive-oil".

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

2 cups cooked brown rice
1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 medium tomato, diced
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup thinly sliced radishes
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup grated carrots
LEMON HERB SALAD DRESSING:
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine salad dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 669mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MACARONI MEDLEY SALAD

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This salad is so delicious, folks never believe it starts with packaged macaroni and cheese.-Vicky Linn, Corsicana, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 package (7-1/4 ounces) macaroni and cheese
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
4 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 small cucumber, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 dill pickle, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Prepare macaroni and cheese with milk and butter according to package directions. Place in a large bowl; cool for 15 minutes. Stir in mayonnaise and mustard. Fold in remaining ingredients. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 calories, Fat 28g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 175mg cholesterol, Sodium 893mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

PASTA MEDLEY SALAD

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Yield 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

12 oz spiral macaroni
fresh broccoli florets, slightly steamed
fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/4 C diced onion
thinly sliced carrots
1 can small black olives, drained
DRESSING:
1/2 C mayo
1/2 C. sour cream
4 T oil
4 T red wine vinegar
2 minced garlic gloves
1 t salt
1 t oregano
1/4 t ground red pepper
celery salt to taste

Steps:

Steam (or boil) broccoli but leave them crisp-tender. Drop broccoli into cold water when done to keep them bright green and stop them from cooking. Drain. Cook pasta according to directions and drain. Into large bowl goes pasta, broccoli, onion, mushrooms, carrots and olives. Mix dressing and toss into bowl with pasta mixture. Season to taste if needed. Chill at least 2 hours.

SEAFOOD MEDLEY PASTA

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Great Meal for Two. It is a Rich and Creamy Explosian of Flavors that is sure to win over a loved on, or impress a date. This has been a hit at the Restaurants I have been a chef at. This recipe is simple to make and will defrintely be one of your new favorite if you enjoy seafood. ENJOY from Chef Travis Holland

Provided by Chef Travis W Holla

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 2 entrees, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 lb sea scallops
1/4 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup smoked salmon, sliced into 1/2 inch strips
1/2 cup white wine
1 cup heavy cream
1 shallot, peeled and sliced into rings
1/2 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon basil, thinly sliced
3 roma tomatoes, seeded & diced
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
4 cups linguine, already cooked
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

In a large skillet add in your Olive Oil and bring it to a medium high heat, add in the shallots cook for 1-2 minutes,
then add in the shrimp and scallops lightly and lightly brown on both sides for about a minute on each side.
Add in garlic and stir it around to incorporate it into the pan.
Add the wine and reduce for 2-3 minutes. Then add heavy cream and salmon reduce for 1-2 minutes.
Season with Sea Salt and White Pepper to taste.
Then finish by adding Tomatoes, Basil, and pasta. Turn off heat and fold all ingredients together, let sit for 2-3 minutes.
Top with Parmesan and Parsley then serve.
By: Chef Travis W. Holland.