My Summer Pasta Salad Recipes

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MY SUMMER PASTA SALAD

When the weather is too hot to cook, I like to put together this cool and delicious pasta salad. It goes great with everything~ hamburgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, etc. If you put cooked chicken in the salad, you will have a complete meal.

Provided by Carol Perricone

Categories     Pasta Salads

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 14



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Steps:

  • 1. Wash the first 5 ingredients. Chop and transfer to a large bowl. Add the remaining vegetables. Sprinkle with dry salad dressing mix; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours. (can be refrigerated overnight, if you want to prepare veggies ahead of time).
  • 2. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water, drain again. Add to vegetable mixture. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients. Add to the salad; toss to coat. Serve and enjoy.

1 medium cucumber
1 medium yellow squash
1 medium zucchini
1 red bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
4 c fresh broccoli florets
3 c fresh cauliflower florets
1 small red onion, finely chopped
2 pkg italian salad dressing mix (good seasons)
1 16 oz box bow tie pasta (or your favorite pasta)
1/4 c olive oil
1/4 c red wine vinegar
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper

FULLY LOADED SUMMER PASTA SALAD

Whip up a 30-minute meal-in-a-bowl with this refreshing Southwest-style pasta salad starring a creamy and tangy avocado dressing that will become your go-to dressing, dip and even sandwich spread.

Provided by Kelly Senyei

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14



Fully Loaded Summer Pasta Salad image

Steps:

  • For the pasta salad: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Drain the pasta and transfer to a large bowl. Add the black beans, corn, tomatoes, bell peppers and scallions and combine. Set aside.
  • For the avocado dressing: Combine the yogurt, lime juice, honey, garlic and avocado in a blender until pureed, scraping down the sides as needed. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer the dressing to the large bowl and toss to combine.
  • Garnish the pasta salad with the Cotija and serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Kosher salt
8 ounces uncooked pasta, such as shells, cavatappi or penne
One 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup yellow corn kernels, fresh or frozen, thawed if frozen
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1 medium orange bell pepper, diced
1/3 cup sliced scallions
Cotija, for garnish
1 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 large avocado, peeled and pitted
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

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