Pasta Salad Recipes

A half hour is all you need to mix up this colorful crowd-pleaser. Offering plenty of shrimp, artichoke hearts, olives,...

"I received this recipe from a friend," explains Heather Richardson. "It can even be served as a light dinner with...

Creamy, melt-in-your-mouth avocado matched with rich ripe olives and fresh chopped tomatoes make this the ultimate summer salad. —Diane Macey,...

Everyone loves a good pasta salad, and this one will make ’em feel like you fussed. Convenient store-bought dressing, artichoke...

My tempting tortellini salad combines layer upon layer of flavors and textures, and its colors are amazing. It's perfect for...

Just mention the word "beet" and most kids turn up their noses. Our two children never rushed to the table...

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

I've made this salad for years—it's a recipe from a high school friend's mom. Any time I serve a sandwich...

Elaine Williams uses just a cup of leftover salmon in this pretty pasta salad for two. "It's nicely seasoned with...

Wanda, a lady at work, made this for a party and boy, did it catch on fast! It's especially good...

When I figured out how to re-create this restaurant dish at home, my family was so excited. For a different...

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

Like a salad with plenty of crunch? Then this refreshing recipe is sure to please. Toasted ramen noodles, almonds and...

The only complex thing about this easy salad is the flavor! With smoky barbecued pork and a variety of fresh...

My Asian-inspired pasta salad is crunchy, tangy and light. If you have fresh herbs, like basil or cilantro, on hand,...

The heat, seasonings and appearance of this colorful main-dish salad are perfect for summer—or any time of year that you...

This cool noodle salad makes a great casual one-bowl dinner or a perfect dish for a potluck or buffet. —Sharon...

During the summer, my family often requests this recipe—especially our 19-year-old (we also have a 15-year-old and a 14-year-old). Simply...

My family has been fixing grilled mixed vegetables as a side dish for a long time. To make them more...

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

A bold homemade dressing gives this Greek tortellini salad a burst of flavor. Watch it disappear from your buffet table....

This frog eye salad recipe gets its name from the tiny acini di pepe pasta that looks like frog eyes...

This colorful antipasto salad is a tasty crowd-pleaser. Guests love the homemade dressing, which is a nice change from bottled...