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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    Spaghetti Salad

    8 reviews

    We love how easy this spaghetti salad recipe is to prepare in advance. After it sets up in the fridge,...


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    Italian Pasta Salad

    48 reviews

    This Italian pasta salad recipe stands out with a homemade Italian dressing. The zesty, veggie-packed salad is always a hit...


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    Tri-Color Pasta Salad

    32 reviews

    Our tri-color pasta salad is bursting with summer flavors and is easy to pull off for your next cookout. Grocery...


    Lemon Orzo Salad

    9 reviews

    This tasty lemon orzo salad recipe is just the thing you’ll want to have on hand, whether you’re in need...


    Creamy Shell Pasta Salad

    4 reviews

    When I took this to a ladies' salad luncheon, the bowl was completely cleaned out!


    Avocado & Artichoke Pasta Salad

    7 reviews

    A squeeze of lime, a sprinkle of cilantro and a little avocado make this a creamy and zingy pasta salad....


    Garlic Shrimp & Orzo Salad

    3 reviews

    I enjoy cold pasta salads and rice salads, so I decided to make one with orzo, a rice-shaped pasta. Feel...


    Seafood & Shells Salad

    4 reviews

    My family often asks for this salad during the summer months. The colors and flavor brighten up any potluck. —Rosalee...

    Shrimp ‘n’ Shells Salad

    3 reviews

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


    Pasta with Mozzarella, Tomatoes and Fresh Basil

    1 review

    During the summer season, I like to prepare this pasta salad featuring garden-fresh tomatoes and basil. Fresh mozzarella adds a...


    Herb Vegetable Orzo Salad

    11 reviews

    The chilled salad our Test Kitchen tossed together is an ideal warm-weather refresher. Golden corn, grape tomatoes and fresh basil...


    Pasta Vegetable Salad

    1 review

    It only takes minutes to cook the tricolor pasta, but to really beat the clock, chop the vegetables ahead of...


    Bow Tie & Spinach Salad

    7 reviews

    With pasta salad, it’s easy to change up ingredients. We like to add grilled chicken and pine nuts, and sometimes...


    Feta & Cranberry Orzo Salad

    5 reviews

    It takes only minutes to make this awesome pasta salad. While the orzo is cooking, assemble the rest of the...


    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,...


    Penne Pasta Salad

    8 reviews

    This cold penne pasta salad is ready to serve in 20 minutes thanks to an assist from store-bought Italian dressing....


    Asian Noodle & Beef Salad

    3 reviews

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

    Egg & Macaroni Salad

    2 reviews

    Starting with the Old-fashioned Egg Salad, this recipe is modified to be a great pasta salad. This variation pairs pasta...


    Vegetable Pasta Salad

    2 reviews

    This light, multicolored salad is an original. When I serve it at potlucks, I', always asked for the recipe. It's...


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    Antipasto Pasta Salad

    33 reviews

    Bring together bold Italian flavors in one bowl with this antipasto pasta salad.


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    Couscous Salad

    25 reviews

    This couscous salad recipe gets five stars from our reviewers! Create a versatile, summery salad that can be served as...


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    Macaroni Salad Recipe

    39 reviews

    You'll swear off the stuff from the deli case after making this macaroni salad recipe. It's a light, creamy version...


    Asian Noodle Salad

    4 reviews

    Cool, refreshing Asian noodle salad is just what you need on a steamy summer day; serve with shrimp, scallops or...

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    Easy Macaroni Salad

    8 reviews

    Pass it at a potluck, unwrap it at a picnic or bust it out at a barbecue; this easy macaroni...


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    Summer Orzo Salad

    11 reviews

    I’m always looking for fun ways to use the fresh veggies that come in my Community Supported Agriculture box, and...


    Greek Orzo Salad

    8 reviews

    This tart, refreshing salad is a big hit in my home. All the tasty toppings—including red onions, tomatoes, olives, feta...


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    Ramen Noodle Salad

    24 reviews

    Full of color and crunch from fresh veggies, seeds and nuts, ramen noodle salad is a quick recipe to toss...


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