Best Summer Cashew Chicken Grape Pasta Salad Recipes

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CASHEW-CHICKEN ROTINI SALAD



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I've tried many chicken salad recipes over the years, but this is my very favorite. It's fresh, fruity and refreshing, and the cashews add wonderful crunch. Every time I serve it at a potluck or picnic, I get rave reviews-and ( always come home with an empty bowl! -Kara Cook, Elk Ridge, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 ounces) spiral or rotini pasta
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
1-1/2 cups sliced celery
3/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 cup seedless red grapes
1 cup seedless green grapes
1 package (5 ounces) dried cranberries
1 cup ranch salad dressing
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 cups salted cashews

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, pineapple, celery, onions, grapes and cranberries. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into chicken mixture., In a small bowl, whisk the ranch dressing and mayonnaise. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Just before serving, stir in cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 661 calories, Fat 37g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 451mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CHICKEN CASHEW PASTA SALAD



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This is a yummy and addictive pasta salad. I tasted something similar in the past and this is my creation w/ modifications. I make a lot, and eat it for lunches at work, in the summer. Try it- you will like it. Sometimes I sprinkle chicken breast with cajun seasoning while cooking for an extra kick.

Provided by Camaro Chic

Categories     Poultry

Time 23m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces dry rotini pasta
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1 1/2 cups halved green seedless grapes
1 1/2 cups salad dressing or 1 1/2 cups olive oil mayonnaise
1 cup cashew halves

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and cool.
  • Mix green onions, chicken, grapes, salad dressing and cashews in large bowl. Add pasta and stir just to blend. Add more salad dressing if desired.
  • Chill and Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.7, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 59.1, Sodium 643.7, Carbohydrate 53.2, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 14, Protein 20.6

CASHEW CHICKEN SALAD WITH GRAPES



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Easy chicken pasta salad with grapes, great for groups.

Provided by snichols94

Time 1h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained
1 ½ cups sliced celery
1 cup seedless green grapes, halved
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
½ cup Onions, spring or scallions (includes tops and bulb), raw
1 (6 ounce) package dried cranberries
1 cup ranch dressing
⅔ cup mayonnaise
2 cups cashews

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and run under cold water. Drain again and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add chicken, pineapple tidbits, celery, green and red grapes, green onions, and cranberries; mix to combine.
  • Stir ranch dressing and mayonnaise together in a second bowl until well mixed. Add to pasta mixture and stir to coat.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628.5 calories, Carbohydrate 61.6 g, Cholesterol 49.7 mg, Fat 33.1 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 457.5 mg, Sugar 23.9 g

CASHEW, GRAPE AND CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
1/2 cup cashews, roasted and salted
3 cups chicken meat, cooked and chopped
1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups California seedless grapes, separated and rinsed

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together first five ingredients until well combined. Add remaining ingredients and toss to combine.

CHICKEN CASHEW PASTA SALAD



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Make and share this Chicken Cashew Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kel-Cie T

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups rotini pasta
1 cup pea pods, cut in 1-inch pieces
8 ounces chicken breasts, cooked and diced
1 (5 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained
1/2 small red bell pepper, cut in 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 cup carrot, shredded
1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted cashews, roasted

Steps:

  • Prepare the pasta according to package directions, adding the pea pods during last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and cool pasta and pea pods.
  • In a large bowl combine the pasta and pea pods with chicken, water chestnuts, bell pepper, red onion and carrots in a large bowl.
  • Combine the mayonnaise, brown sugar, vinegar and salt, and toss with the salad. Refrigerate for several hours to overnight. Just before serving fold in the cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.5, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 26.3, Sodium 395, Carbohydrate 50, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 14.2, Protein 15.2

CASHEW CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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This dish is asked for everywhere I go, it is so good. Easily doubles for a large party or group. Please note that this recipe needs to be made the day before; it has to sit in the fridge overnight.

Provided by amcgilsky

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups uncooked tri-color rotini pasta
4 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
½ cup diced green bell pepper
¼ cup diced green onions
1 ½ cups mayonnaise (such as Hellman's®)
¾ cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons lemon juice
1 ½ teaspoons salt
2 cups salted cashew halves

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Mix pasta with chicken, green pepper, and green onions in a large bowl.
  • Mix mayonnaise, brown sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, and salt together in a small bowl until well blended. Pour dressing over the pasta mixture and stir well to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate until flavors are combined and dressing is thickened, 8 hours to overnight. Stir in cashews just before serving, or no more than 2 hours ahead.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546.9 calories, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 45.5 mg, Fat 36.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 627.7 mg, Sugar 15.6 g

CHICKEN CASHEW SALAD



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This is a great summer pasta salad for barbeques and more. It has a slightly sweet, creamy dressing, and is loaded with chicken, cashews, and crunchy veggies.

Provided by Mary

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups seashell pasta
¼ cup brown sugar
1 cup creamy salad dressing (e.g. Miracle Whip)
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
1 pinch salt
2 cups chopped celery
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 onion, chopped
3 boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup cashew halves

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
  • In large bowl, combine brown sugar, salad dressing, lemon juice, vinegar and salt. Toss dressing mixture with cooked pasta, celery, green pepper, onion and chicken. Chill until ready to serve. Mix in cashews just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499 calories, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 44.7 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20.6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 545.1 mg, Sugar 18.5 g

GRAPE PASTA SALAD



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"This recipe has been very popular in my family!" says Tia Crosson of Las Vegas, Nevada. "It's super-easy and inexpensive to make. Everyone is always impressed." The grapes and broccoli give a delightful twist to plain pasta salad.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (16 ounces) spiral pasta
1-1/2 cups seedless red grapes, halved
1-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1-1/3 cups diced fully cooked ham (1/2 pound)
1 can (8 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 medium red onion, diced
1 jar (16 ounces) coleslaw dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the grapes, broccoli, ham, olives and onion. , Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into grape mixture. Add dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 835mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

COMPANY CHICKEN PASTA SALAD WITH GRAPES



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This is a special treat to fix for your guests. Enjoy it with some hot garlic bread, if desired.

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups small seashell pasta
3 ½ cups chopped poached chicken breast meat
½ cup diced celery
1 cup seedless green grapes, halved
salt to taste
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
⅓ cup mayonnaise
½ teaspoon curry powder
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a medium bowl, combine chicken, celery, grapes, cooked pasta, salt, and white pepper; mix well and reserve.
  • In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, curry powder, cumin, rice vinegar, and sugar; whisk ingredients together and toss with chicken mixture.
  • Cover salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 to 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.9 calories, Carbohydrate 41.9 g, Cholesterol 79.1 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 33.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 156.9 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

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