PASTA SALAD VINAIGRETTE
Sure to be a cookout hit, this easy-to-make pasta salad vinaigrette is the perfect touch for salads and marinades all season long. With a special blend of herbs and spices, this vinaigrette recipe creates a tangy Italian dressing that's ready to toss together with your favorite pasta, vegetables or protein. Full of fresh ingredients like broccoli, cucumber, onion and bell pepper, this quick pasta salad recipe is ready in less than 30 minutes and is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Make it a meal by adding some Lemon Rosemary Grilled Chicken on the side. Great for making in advance and keeping in your fridge, this dressing is key for making a picnic-perfect pasta salad.
Provided by McCormick
Categories Salad and Dressings,
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook pasta as directed on package. Rinse under cold water; drain well.
- Mix oil, vinegar and seasonings in small bowl with wire whisk until well blended. Toss pasta and vegetables in large bowl. Add dressing; toss gently. Cover.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve. Toss lightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 Calories
PASTA SALAD WITH CRAB
Summer is the season for salads, and this delicious pasta salad can be served at room temperature, or well chilled. Serve for brunch on a bed of lettuce with some crusty bread and fruit on the side. The recipe also works well for a summer potluck. Store leftovers in the fridge and portion out for an easy lunch on the go.
Provided by Bibi
Categories Seafood Pasta Salad
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain pasta and add to a large bowl with extra-virgin olive oil. Stir well, and refrigerate, about 30 minutes, while preparing the other ingredients.
- Combine bell pepper, broccoli, carrots, crabmeat, olives, and onion in a bowl. Add to pasta.
- Stir together mayonnaise, balsamic vinaigrette, Italian seasoning, and black pepper for the dressing in a small bowl and pour over the pasta salad. Mix to combine. Garnish with cherry tomatoes and serve at room temperature or chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 304.6 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
CREAMY CRAB AND PASTA SALAD
Crabmeat and pasta are tossed with a creamy seasoned sauce in this great chilled salad.
Provided by dakota kelly
Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Crab Salad Recipes
Time 27m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta shells 10 to 12 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
- In a bowl, blend the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey mustard, and dill. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, toss together the cooked pasta, sour cream mixture, crabmeat, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and green onions. Cover and chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 54.3 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 504.1 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
CRAB PASTA SALAD
This salad has a very good blend of flavors. It's easy to make and especially delicious on a hot day.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl. Stir in crab, broccoli, green pepper, tomatoes and onions. , For dressing, combining dressing ingredients; pour over salad and gently toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 488mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
HERBED VINAIGRETTE
This simple vinegar and oil dressing is seasoned with three herbs for robust flavor. "We like balsamic vinegar , so we often use it in place of wine vinegar as a nice change of pace," reports Mildred Sherrer of Bay City, Texas.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 1/2 cup.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine all ingredients; shake well. Serve over greens.
Nutrition Facts :
HERBED PASTA SALAD
This simple pasta salad gets loads of flavor from garlic-infused olive oil and fresh herbs.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and rinse pasta under cold water; leave in colander and set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat oil and garlic over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until garlic is fragrant and sizzling, about 1 minute. Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes.
- Pour garlic oil through a sieve into a large bowl; discard garlic. Add pasta and herbs to oil. Season generously with salt and pepper; toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, chilled or at room temperature.
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