Best Spinach And Pasta Salad Recipes

CHICKEN AND SPINACH PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water., Combine hummus, salad dressing, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add pasta; toss to coat. Stir in spinach, chicken, tomatoes and olives. Sprinkle with feta. Serve immediately.

TORTELLINI AND SPINACH PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper together in a large bowl.
• Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Add to the bowl with the dressing.
• Add the spinach, basil, and scallions, Gouda and tomato to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.
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CATELLI BISTRO GRILLED PORTOBELLO AND SPINACH PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions. Add asparagus in last 3 minutes of cooking time. Drain; transfer to large bowl.
• Meanwhile, preheat indoor or outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Brush mushroom caps with olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill for about 5 minutes per side or until grill-marked and tender. Remove from grill and slice.
• Balsamic Vinaigrette: Meanwhile, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper.
• Add mushrooms, spinach, onion and sun-dried tomatoes to pasta mixture; toss with dressing until evenly coated. Let stand for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with goat cheese and basil.

CHEESE AND SPINACH TORTELLINI PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• 1. Cook 1 bag of Barilla's Cheese and Spinach Tortellini, drain and allow to cool.
• 2. Add in salt and pepper to taste, chopped basil, and italian dressing. BE SURE NOT TO OVERCOAT.
• 3. add parmesan cheese and mix well!
• 4. Pour into a nice bowl and allow to sit in refridgerator overnight or for at least 2 hours.
• 5. Be sure it is cooled before serving.

STRAWBERRY AND SPINACH BALSAMIC PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Tear corner of Ready Pasta pouch to vent. Heat in the microwave for one minute.
• Pour pasta onto a dish and allow to cool.
• In a bowl, combine olive oil and balsamic vinegar and season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Add Ready Pasta, spinach, strawberries, and basil and toss.
• Garnish with feta cheese. Serve and enjoy!

FETA, SPINACH AND PECAN PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cut spinach into 1/2"x3" strips.
• Combine spinach, tomatoes, thyme, and 6 Tbsp olive oil in bowl; toss gently and season lightly with pepper, if desired.
• Cook pasta in boiling water 8 min, or al dente.
• Remove from heat (do not drain) and stir in zucchini; let stand 15-20 seconds.
• Drain and rinse with cold water; combine with spinach mixture and toss well.
• Drizzle with 2 Tbsp olive oil, if desired.
• Add feta and pecans; toss to mix and season with salt if desired.
• Serve warm or at room temperature.

GARLIC-INFUSED SHRIMP AND SPINACH PASTA SALAD WITH TOASTED ALMONDS

Steps:

• Heat 1/3 cup of the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the garlic is golden, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and cool to room temperature. Stir in the lemon juice and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper.
• Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Add the shrimp, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon. Add the almonds to the skillet and cook, stirring often, until golden, about 3 minutes. Transfer to the plate with the shrimp and set aside.
• Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the garlic oil.
• Add the shrimp, almonds, spinach, parsley, scallions and tomato to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

PASTA AND SMOKED MOZZARELLA SALAD WITH ROASTED PEPPERS, SPINACH AND CREAMY PARMESAN DRESSING

Steps:

• 1. Whiz the egg in a food processor or whisk by hand until light-colored, gradually add the oils so that the mixture emulsifies, and then add the rest of the ingredients. 2. Cook the penne until al dente. Refresh under cold water and drain well. Toss with the olive oil to prevent sticking. 3. Wash the spinach well, put it in a large skillet, and heat, while stirring, until it has just wilted (should not take more than a minute). Refresh under cold water, squeeze dry and coarsely chop. 4. Combine the penne with the spinach, the peppers, mozzarella and the dressing. Serve on greens.

SPINACH AND SMOKED SALMON PASTA SALAD WITH LEMON CREAM DRESSING

Steps:

• Cook the fusilli in boiling, salted water until just done, about 13 minutes. Drain, rinse with cold water and drain thoroughly. In a large bowl, toss the pasta with the oil. Add the smoked salmon, spinach, onion, parsley, chives and dill. Whisk the lemon juice with the heavy cream, salt and pepper. Pour over the salad and toss.

SPINACH AND CAESAR PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Empty Pasta mix into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well.
• In large bowl, gently toss together pasta, bacon, spinach, mushrooms and eggs. In small bowl, stir together Seasoning and Crouton Blend, sugar, ketchup, vinegar, oil and water. Just before serving, gently toss salad ingredients with seasoning mixture. Serve immediately.

SPINACH, SHRIMP AND PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cool cooked pasta.
• May run cool water over pasta to cool.
• Drain well.
• In a large bowl combine pasta, shrimp, spinach and tomatoes.
• Pour salad dressing over mixture and toss.
• Add basil and Romano cheese and toss.
• May serve with soup or sandwiches.

PASTA SALAD WITH SPINACH, OLIVES, AND MOZZARELLA

Steps:

• Bring a medium pot of heavily salted water to a boil over high heat. Cook pasta according to the package directions, or until al dente. Drain, then rinse under cold water until cool.
• Transfer pasta to a large bowl and add mozzarella, spinach, olives, and Parmesan. Toss to combine.
• In a separate, nonreactive bowl, combine vinegar, salt, and pepper. While whisking constantly, slowly add oil by pouring in a thin stream down the side of the bowl. Whisk until completely incorporated.
• Pour vinaigrette over salad and toss until pasta is coated. Taste, adjust seasoning as desired, and serve.

SPINACH AND PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• COOK linguine according to package directions.
• Rinse and drain.
• COMBINE pasta, spinach, tomato, onion and pine nuts in large bowl.
• COMBINE pesto, lemon juice and salt in small bowl.
• Add to pasta mixture; toss well.
• Serve immediately or refrigerate.

PASTA SALAD WITH SPINACH AND TUNA

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to directions.
• Chop and rinse spinach.
• Drain pasta and place in a large bowl.
• Add remaining ingredients while pasta is still hot - salt and pepper to taste.
• Chill for about an hour. Remove and taste - adjust seasoning accordingly.
• Enjoy!

PASTA SALAD WITH TOMATOES AND SPINACH

Steps:

• Cook pasta al dente, rinse with cold water and let pasta dry in a strainer. Wash spinach, cut or tear in bite-size pieces, cut tomatoes in halves and cut the onion into small cubes. Cut feta cheese into 1/2 inch cubes and mix all ingredients well. Mix vinegar, olive oil and salt&pepper together and pour over the salad mix.