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Quick and Easy Pasta Salad Recipes – Pasta salads are a delicious way to mix up your lunch and dinner routine! Plus they are highly portable for grab-an-go lunches or potlucks. From classic cold pasta salad recipes to warm pasta salads, we have a variety of delicious pasta salads that are sure to be a hit. Including recipes for chicken pasta salad, noodle salad, corn pasta salad, and many more! Enjoy!
Pasta Salads: 12 Quick and Easy Pasta Salad Recipes
1. Orzo Pasta Salad
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A light and refreshing orzo pasta salad with capers, bell peppers, cheese, and a light dressing. You'll love this cold orzo pasta salad recipe for potlucks, picnics, and outdoor parties!
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2. Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil
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This Healthy chicken pasta salad is packed with flavor, protein and veggies. Try this pasta salad recipe for a quick lunch or a light dinner!
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3. Corn Pasta Salad with Ham and Creamy Dressing
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This Creamy Corn Pasta Salad is perfect for sharing at any summer gathering! Try this pasta salad with ham and creamy dressing for a quick, fresh, and delicious meal any time of the year.
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4. Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Pesto, Avocado, and Tomato
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This chicken pasta salad recipe is like a circus of flavors at every bite!
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5. Easy Pasta Salad with Avocado
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Pasta salad with creamy avocado slices is so easy to make! the best Pasta salad to add to your dinner table. - One bowl of this healthy pasta salad will delight even the pickiest eaters!
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6. Mozzarella Pasta Salad with Parmesan Balsamic Dressing
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This mozzarella pasta salad is the perfect side dish or main course for a warm Spring or Summer evening!
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7. Spring Roll Noodle Salad
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This easy noodle salad recipe is packed with vitamins and perfect for spring nights.
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8. Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Cucumber and Parmesan Balsamic Dressing
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This chicken pasta salad is simple to make and super delicious. Perfect for summer potlucks and BBQs, or as a quick family dinner.
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9. Asian Noodle Salad with the Best Ever Ginger Vinaigrette
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This vegan noodle salad is perfect for midweek lunches or larger gatherings.
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10. Chicken Spinach Pasta Salad with Creamy Ranch Dressing
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This chicken spinach pasta salad is a total crowd pleaser - Perfect for your potlucks and summer get togethers!
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11. Ham and Cheese Barley Salad
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This flavor-packed barley salad is sure to keep you full until dinner.
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12. Chicken Spinach Pasta Salad Meal-Prep
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This spinach chicken pasta salad meal prep makes a healthy, satisfying lunch on the go. You can make this amazing chicken pasta salad in less than 15 minutes flat!
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Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 10 min Cook time: 10 min
A light and refreshing orzo pasta salad with capers, bell peppers, cheese, and a light dressing. You'll love this cold orzo pasta salad recipe for potlucks, picnics, and outdoor parties!
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Ingredients you need for the Orzo Pasta Salad
1 1/2 cup orzo2 cups cherry tomatoes, diced6 oz mild white cheddar, cut into small cubes (or mozzarella, swiss…)3/4 cup green olives, sliced1/2 teaspoon grated garlic (optional)1orange or red bell pepper, diced1/2 cup sliced red onion1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped (optional)2 to 3 tablespoons capers + 1 tablespoon caper water from the jar1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika1/4 teaspoon1/3 cup olive oil1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Directions
1. To make the orzo pasta salad: Cook pasta according to package directions, in boiling salted water. Drain the orzo and toss with a little oil to prevent sticking. Arrange all the salad ingredients in a large salad bowl.
2. Mix olive oil, lemon juice, and a little caper water in a jar, then pour over the orzo salad.
3. Toss all ingredients together! Chill the orzo pasta salad before serving. Enjoy! ❤️
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