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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    Sour Cream Macaroni Salad

    6 reviews

    "This make-ahead macaroni salad never fails to stay moist," says Rita Morris of Gastonia, North Carolina. "I double the recipe...


    Broccoli Tortellini Salad

    3 reviews

    "This tried-and-true salad is simple to toss together and convenient since you make it ahead," reports May Sisk Hazlet, New...


    Rainbow Pasta Salad

    3 reviews

    This refreshing, colorful salad is my mother's recipe. It features an uncommon but tempting mixture of vegetables. Mother always cooks...


    Pasta Fruit Salad

    When I serve this unusual but delicious dish at a buffet dinner or picnic, it always draws favorable comments. Give...


    Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad

    4 reviews

    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...


    Vinegar Noodles

    6 reviews

    I WORK in a beauty salon, and one of my clients shared this recipe with me many years ago.
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    Mediterranean Tortellini Salad

    3 reviews

    One of my childhood friends moved to Italy 20 years ago. During a recent visit to see her, I enjoyed...


    Pepperoni Pasta Salad

    20 reviews

    This pepperoni pasta salad is delicious as soon as you toss it together. Or make it ahead so the bright...

    Macaroni Egg Salad

    5 reviews

    Embrace the joy of quick cooking with our Macaroni Egg Salad—a comforting, classic favorite you can whip up in just...


    Garden Pesto Pasta Salad

    4 reviews

    This delicious pesto pasta salad makes for one mighty tasty side (or main) dish.


    Veggie Pasta Salad

    31 reviews

    This refreshing, zesty veggie pasta salad recipe comes together in under 30 minutes and will stand out at...


    Ham Pasta Salad

    6 reviews

    There's nothing better than a creamy ham pasta salad tossed with crisp veggies and a cheesy dressing. Easy, comforting and...


    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,...


    Spinach Salad with Tortellini & Roasted Onions

    2 reviews

    Spinach and tortellini go so well together, and this salad makes an easy meal with leftover cooked chicken. What really...


    Creepy-Crawly Pasta Salad

    1 review

    A sweet-and-sour dressing tops off this easy pasta salad that's actually good for you! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

    Creamy Shell Pasta Salad

    4 reviews

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


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    Rotini Pasta Salad

    11 reviews

    This Greek rotini pasta salad packs a punch of flavor thanks to a homemade lemon vinaigrette, feta, tomatoes and red...


    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....


    Salami & Provolone Pasta Salad

    6 reviews

    Everyone needs a perfect pasta salad that’s easy to make, especially on busy nights when your family wants a dish...


    Ramen-Veggie Chicken Salad

    3 reviews

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


    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...

    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...