Pasta Salad Recipes

Pasta salads are a hit at potlucks and picnics or a simple weeknight meal. Find easy and healthy options for pasta salad recipes including Italian, chicken, tortellini, pesto, macaroni, tuna, and more.

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    Blueberry Pasta Salad

    Blueberry pasta salad might sound odd, but don't knock it until you've tried it! This flavorful pasta salad features bowtie pasta, fresh herbs and vegetables, feta cheese and smoked salmon—all brought together with a sweet and tangy blueberry vinaigrette.

    Cubano Macaroni Salad

    2 reviews

    One of my favorite sandwiches is a hot Cubano, piled high with juicy pork, layers of ham and melty Swiss...


    Barbecue Macaroni Salad

    1 review

    My family loves a touch of barbecue sauce and ranch dressing in our mac salad. Not too much—just a hint...


    Chicken Caesar Macaroni Salad

    1 review

    Give me a Caesar salad anytime, no matter what form it's in. I like to add some chicken and artichokes...


    Scandinavian-Inspired Macaroni Salad

    2 reviews

    Give a humdrum side salad a Scandinavian touch by adding some freshly chopped dill and tiny shrimp. —Kallee Krong-McCreery, Escondido,...

    Confetti Macaroni Salad

    The bits of bright red and green in this easy macaroni salad remind me of fun confetti. The inspiration for...


    Mediterranean Shrimp Orzo Salad

    4 reviews

    Loaded with veggies and shrimp, this crowd-pleaser is a tasty change from standard pasta salads. —Ginger Johnson, Pottstown, Pennsylvania

    Mediterranean Orzo Chicken Salad

    1 review

    On hot days, I pull out this recipe for a cool supper. The lemon dressing is so refreshing. If you...


    Sesame Ramen Salad

    1 review

    This spicy Asian sausage and noodle salad is equally good for lunch or a potluck. —Denese Johnson, Chico, Texas


    Fast Macaroni Salad

    9 reviews

    Chopped veggies provide crunch, and cherry tomatoes add vibrant color to this refreshing and creamy pasta salad. —Frankiee Bush, Freedom,...


    Potluck Antipasto Pasta Salad

    13 reviews

    I love trying new recipes, and this one for Italian pasta salad tops all other varieties I've tried. With beans,...

    Pasta Salad in a Jar

    3 reviews

    If you're planning a picnic, make this pasta a day ahead. For my husband's lunch at work, I sometimes tie...


    Tortellini & Chicken Caesar Salad

    13 reviews

    My family loved this pasta salad right from the start, so these days I serve it a lot. When grilling...


    Couscous Tabbouleh with Fresh Mint & Feta

    1 review

    Using couscous instead of bulgur for tabbouleh really speeds up the process of making this colorful salad. Other quick-cooking grains,...


    Grilled Vegetable Orzo Salad

    16 reviews

    Vegetables that are in season make great additions to this orzo salad. It's the perfect side dish for a picnic,...


    Easy Pasta Salad for a Crowd

    5 reviews

    Spinach, peppers and onions mingle with tangy feta cheese in this simple pasta salad. Feel free to make it ahead...

    Farmers Market Orzo Salad

    3 reviews

    Orzo is a tiny pasta shaped like rice. We use it as a base for veggies, lemony vinaigrette and cheeses...


    Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

    2 reviews

    This crowd-pleasing bacon ranch pasta salad is loaded with good things: al dente pasta, a creamy dressing, bacon bits and...


    Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

    4 reviews

    This dill pickle pasta salad is creamy and really packed with tangy flavor.


    Gremolata Pasta Salad

    Straying from heavier, mayonnaise-based pasta salads, I created this lighter olive oil-based salad. Lemon juice, feta cheese, garlic and tomatoes...


    Vegan Pasta Salad

    1 review

    Whip up this nutritious vegan pasta salad when you need an easy, cheese-less dish to bring to a summer cookout...


    Chickpea Pasta Salad

    This chickpea pasta salad turns a blend of fresh vegetables, herbs, Mediterranean spices, feta and a zesty vinaigrette into a...


    Creamy Pasta Salad

    Everyone needs this creamy pasta salad recipe that they can reach for when they need a foolproof salad everyone will...


    Pesto Tortellini Salad

    Easy to make and packed with flavor, this pesto tortellini salad recipe is one you'll return to again and again.


    Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

    1 review

    Mexican street corn pasta salad is a flavorful fusion of two summertime favorites: smoky esquites and hearty pasta salad. Make...

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    Bow Tie Pasta Salad

    2 reviews

    This bow tie pasta salad combines delicious vegetables, herbs, cheese and salami and is topped with a tangy...


    Tuna Pasta Salad

    This tuna pasta salad with peas is one of the easiest recipes you can make. All you have to do...


    Gluten-Free Pasta Salad

    How do you make a gluten-free pasta salad that doesn't go tough and crumbly the next day? By following our...


    Shrimp Pasta Salad

    Shrimp pasta salad is creamy, crunchy and packed with tender shrimp. This protein-rich macaroni salad is perfect as a light...


    Cranberry Orzo Spinach Salad

    2 reviews

    My daughter-in-law's sister brought a salad to a family function, and I immediately fell in love with it. When I...


    Soy-Ginger Ramen Slaw

    1 review

    This crunchy soy-ginger ramen slaw is a refreshing side dish that complements a lot of main dishes, especially grilled meats...