RecipesGreek Pasta Salad A blend of complementary flavors from traditional ingredients, this Greek pasta salad gets topped with a tangy dressing to pull it all together. Twist the recipe by adding all but 3 tablespoons of the feta cheese into the dressing and whisk until well blended. Garnish the salad with stuffed grape leaf pieces (Dolma) over the top or along the edges for a decorative design. —Tina Mirilovich, Johnstown, Pennsylvania
RecipesSpiral Pasta Salad I have two kids and am always on the go, so I appreciate recipes that I can make ahead of time. This dish is easy to fix and perfect for taking along on picnics.
RecipesSalad Supreme Pasta Salad Bottled salad dressing can perk up pasta and fresh vegetables in this swift salad supreme. It’s a delicious addition to any meal or picnic. —Wendy Byrd, Salem, Virginia
Meal TypesHow to Make Pasta Salad Learn how to make pasta salad with this classic base recipe that’s endlessly versatile. Swap in your favorite dressing, pasta or mix-ins.
Ingredients15 Healthy Pasta Salads These healthy pasta salad recipes are packed with fresh produce, lean protein and good fats.
RecipesRoasted Veggie Pasta Salad Oven-roasted vegetables mixed with pasta and salad dressing make a tasty meatless entree.
RecipesDeli-Style Pasta Salad Pasta provides a base for this tongue-tingling make-ahead salad. It has lots of fresh and satisfying ingredients topped with a flavorful dressing. This pasta salad is terrific to serve to company or take to a potluck. — Joyce McLennan, Algonac, Michigan
RecipesMediterranean Tuna Pasta Salad Cubed tuna steak dresses up this hearty, Greek-style pasta salad. The mild tuna flavor blends nicely with the olives, feta cheese and veggies.—Sarah Farley, Greenfield, Wisconsin
RecipesTri-Color Pasta Salad Tackle gatherings with a bright side dish. This tri-color pasta salad with broccoli, tomatoes, olives and a hardworking dressing is one of the easiest cold pasta salad recipes you could take. —Amanda Cable, Boxford, Massachusetts
RecipesSalami & Provolone Pasta Salad Everyone needs a perfect pasta salad that’s easy to make, especially on busy nights when your family wants a dish that’s fast, light and cool. This is just the thing. —Jill Donley, Warsaw, Indiana
RecipesPotluck Antipasto Pasta Salad I love trying new recipes, and this one for Italian pasta salad tops all other varieties I’ve tried. With beans, cheese, sausage and vegetables, it’s a hearty complement to any meal. —Bernadette Nelson, Arcadia, California
RecipesAsparagus-Spinach Pasta Salad Fresh spinach, crunchy cashews and penne pasta are tossed with roasted asparagus to create this delightful spring salad. —Kathleen Lucas, Trumbull, Connecticut
RecipesZesty Chicken Pasta Salad Combining the coolness of a salad and the zesty seasonings of pizza, this salad is perfect for a summer get together. Megan Moore, Memphis, Tennessee
RecipesItalian Basil Pasta Salad Ready for a big bite of summertime? Pass around this garden-fresh pasta salad. I’d suggest serving it at your next dinner party, potluck or luncheon. —Charlotte Gehle, Brownstown, Michigan
RecipesEasy Salami Pasta Salad Popular any time of the year, this crowd-pleasing pasta salad is perfect for summer picnics. Made the day before, it has a pleasant vinaigrette dressing sparked with herbs. I set aside the Parmesan cheese and add it just before the salad is served. -Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon
RecipesQuick Chicken Pasta Salad For a quick and easy side to take to a get-together or potluck, try this pasta salad. It is also a great way to use leftover chicken.—Alice Schoon, Henning, Minnesota