Best Simple Pasta Salad Dressing Recipes

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VERSATILE PASTA SALAD DRESSING RECIPE



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This easy pasta salad dressing is adaptable and versatile. Mix it with your favorite pasta and toppings for a delicious side dish.

Provided by Julie Blanner

Categories     Dressing

Time 3m

Number Of Ingredients 4

¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup lemon juice (or vinegar)
2 Tablespoons whole grain mustard
1 Tablespoons garlic (minced)

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients in a jar.
  • Shake until it reaches full emulsion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 57 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

3 EASY PASTA SALAD DRESSINGS



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recipes for creamy, balsamic and Italian dressings

Provided by Emma Chapman

Categories     condiment

Number Of Ingredients 16

¼ cup mayo
¼ cup greek yogurt
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
salt + pepper
¼ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon mustard (dijon)
salt + pepper
¼ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
½ lemon (juiced)
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • For each of the dressings, simply combine all the ingredients in a small mixing bowl and whisk until well combined.

SIMPLE PASTA SALAD DRESSING



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A simple-to-make pasta salad dressing, based on the ingredient list found on a box of pasta salad mix. My recipe is almost identical to the Italian-style pasta salad that comes from a box, but it tastes better.

Provided by Caleb1993

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup canola oil
½ cup white vinegar
6 tablespoons corn syrup
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh onion
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Blend canola oil, vinegar, corn syrup, lemon juice, onion, garlic, Parmesan cheese, salt, parsley, basil, and red pepper flakes in a blender until smooth, about 30 seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.5 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 219.8 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

PASTA SALAD WITH HOMEMADE DRESSING



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Pasta salad filled with veggies, cheese, and seasoning. Very tasty and versatile -- is great to make ahead.

Provided by BONNIES

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 8h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 (8 ounce) package uncooked tri-color rotini pasta
6 ounces pepperoni sausage, diced
6 ounces provolone cheese, cubed
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
¾ cup chopped green bell pepper
¾ cup chopped red bell pepper
1 (6 ounce) can pitted black olives
¼ cup minced fresh parsley
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground mustard seed
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente. Drain, and rinse with cold water.
  • In a large bowl, mix the cooled pasta, pepperoni, provolone cheese, red onion, cucumber, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, olives, parsley, and Parmesan cheese.
  • In a jar with a lid, mix the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, basil, oregano, ground mustard, salt, and pepper. Seal jar, and shake well.
  • Pour the dressing mixture over the pasta salad, and toss to coat. Cover, and chill 8 hours in the refrigerator

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.4 g, Cholesterol 38.9 mg, Fat 32 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 835.7 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

SIMPLE PASTA SALAD



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An easy, yet very yummy pasta salad. Almost any type of pasta may be used. Best if left to sit overnight.

Provided by Katzen

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked rotini pasta
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian salad dressing
2 cucumbers, chopped
6 tomatoes, chopped
1 bunch green onions, chopped
4 ounces grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 12 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the Italian dressing, cucumbers, tomatoes, and green onions. In a small bowl, mix the Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, and gently mix into the salad. Cover, and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 763.8 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

6 EASY PASTA SALAD DRESSING RECIPES



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Provided by Andrea Vaughan

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic
2/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Pasta salad suggestions: Cooked penne, diced onion, cherry tomatoes and shredded mozzarella.

PASTA SALAD DRESSING



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A flavorful dressing for a pasta salad. With the combination of mayo and olive oil, a light and creamy dressing is created that allows the flavor from the herbs to come through to provide a burst of flavor.

Provided by Tina Kennard

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon ground thyme
¼ teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Beat mayonnaise, olive oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic, sugar, salt, pepper, oregano, thyme, and basil together in a bowl with a whisk until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 247.3 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

HOME-OPENER PASTA SALAD DRESSING



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I devised this recipe after searching the net and trying out recipes until I found a mix I liked. If I show up without this salad at BBQ's, there are usually some pretty unimpressed people around!

Provided by clarkie24

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 large cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons spicy Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon chopped fresh basil
¼ teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
¼ teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
¼ teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons pickle juice, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Beat salad dressing, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, sugar, pepper, salt, basil, oregano, thyme, and parsley together in a bowl with a whisk until smooth; add pickle juice and stir to thin the dressing to your desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.4 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 229.5 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

ITALIAN DRESSING PASTA SALAD



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This colorful salad is hearty enough to be a light meal in itself. It's a great make-ahead dish, since the full flavors of the herbs and veggies need a little time to blend. For more tasty ideas, check out these other cold pasta salad recipes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 36 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 packages (12 ounces each) tricolor spiral pasta
2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen California-blend vegetables, thawed
2 pints grape tomatoes
1 large zucchini, halved and thinly sliced
1 large yellow summer squash, quartered and thinly sliced
1 large red onion, finely chopped
1 block (8 ounces) cheddar cheese, cubed
1 block (8 ounces) Monterey Jack cheese, cubed
2 packages (4 ounces each) crumbled tomato and basil feta cheese
1 bottle (16 ounces) Italian salad dressing
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 can (3.8 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
Grated Romano cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water; drain well. In two large bowls, combine the California vegetables, tomatoes, zucchini, yellow squash, onion, cheeses and pasta. , In a small bowl, combine the salad dressing, parsley, basil, Italian seasoning, seasoned salt and pepper. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Stir in olives. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. , Toss before serving. Serve with Romano cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 405mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SUPER EASY PASTA SALAD



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This is a delicious, summery pasta salad that's incredibly easy to make! I often get requests for it at family gatherings. I usually use fat-free Italian dressing and light mayonnaise and it still tastes fantastic. Feel free to throw in some peppers and other veggies too!

Provided by Kree6528

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 13m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 lb uncooked pasta, of your choice
1 stalk celery, diced
1 medium tomatoes, chopped
1/2-3/4 cup Italian salad dressing (to taste)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente.
  • Drain and pour pasta into a large dish.
  • Stir in the celery and tomatoes.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the salad dressing and mayonnaise, then pour this mixture over the salad and toss again, to coat.
  • Cover and chill until ready to serve.
  • Enjoy!

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