10 Easy Pasta Salad Recipes
Cold pasta salads are an essential make-ahead side dish, and this list of 10 Easy Pasta Salads is perfect for all your summer BBQs, potlucks, pool parties, Memorial Day, and 4th of July celebrations!
Includes recipes suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets. Weight Watchers points included in some recipes.
Cold pasta salads are an essential make ahead side dish for the the summer months as well all year round. These salads travel well, don’t need constant chilling and most can be left on a loaded buffet table without much hassle.
They are fast and easy to make, and taste better the longer you leave them. They can be a great side dish or main dish for summer BBQs, potlucks, pool parties, 4th of July or Memorial Day, Thanksgiving and more. Make them even more complete meals by adding in some extra protein.
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Even better, these Cold Pasta Salad recipes can be great for meal prep. Simply double the recipe and refrigerate extras so you can have back to school lunches sorted all week long.
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Pasta Salad Recipes
Calling all pickle lovers! This Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is a classic cold pasta salad with a tangy twist. Quick and easy to make it is just the thing for serving at those backyard barbecues, summer picnics and taking to potlucks, 4th of July and more.
Hawaiian Pasta Salad is sooooo quick, easy and inexpensive to make. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a taste of the tropics all year long.
Parma Ham and Caprese Pasta Salad is the perfect salad for summer. Easy to make and refreshing, yet satisfying, this colourful and flavourful pasta salad is ideal for serving up at picnics, backyard parties, BBQ, Memorial Day, and dining al fresco.
Sweet, tangy, colorful, and fresh Strawberry Avocado Pasta Salad with poppy seeds is ready in under 20 minutes and a great side dish or mains for everyday eats, summer holiday gatherings, Memorial Day and 4th of July..
If you are looking for a quick and easy recipe that’s perfect for a potluck, backyard BBQ or family gathering you will love this Taco Pasta Salad with Doritos. It’s easy to double this recipe or make half a batch if you are just craving some Mexican-flavored goodness.
Creamy Tuna Pasta Salad is a super budget-friendly pantry recipe that’s easily adaptable with the ingredients you already have at home! Quick and easy, so it’s perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or bringing along to potlucks and picnics.
This pasta salad recipe has all the flavors you love about BLT sandwiches- thick-cut bacon, crisp romaine lettuce, and sweet tomatoes- smothered in a creamy mayo-based dressing
Shrimp Pasta Salad is cold pasta salad is creamy and herby, with retro vibes of neighborhood picnics and family potlucks. It stars tender baby shrimp and pasta shells, tossed with a creamy dressing, fresh dill, peas and crunchy veggies.
This Green Goddess Pasta Salad with avocado, broccoli, spinach, and pumpkin seeds is an easy vegan make-ahead side or light main course literally bursting at the seams with healthy ingredients.
This easy and delicious veggie pasta salad recipe is bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors and overflowing with nutrients thanks to an array of fresh sautéed veggies.
Tips
- Create a timeline: Whether it’s a dinner for 4 or brunch for 20, identifying when certain tasks need to be done helps ensure your meal comes together smoothly.
- Get a jump on the prep work: Defrosting, chopping, slicing, and assembling certain dishes in advance means you’ll have less work to do on the day of your event.
- Set your table in advance: Get your dishes, glassware, serving platters, and utensils set out the night before to make sure you have all you need and can check that task off your list.
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10 Easy Pasta Salad Recipes
Ingredients
Instructions
- Choose a delcious pasta salad recipe.
- Make a grocery list from the recipe and head to the store.
- Enjoy your pasta salad for a meal or a side dish.
