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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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    Spinach, peppers and onions mingle with tangy feta cheese in this simple pasta salad. Feel free to make it ahead of time, so it’s ready when you are.—Jacquelyn Saintjohn, Cambridge, Massachusetts

    Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

    This dill pickle pasta salad is creamy and really packed with tangy flavor.

    Tuna Pasta Salad updated

    This tuna pasta salad with peas is one of the easiest recipes you can make. All you have to do...

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    Filipino Macaroni Salad

    Filipino macaroni salad, packed with ham, chicken and pineapple, and studded with raisins, gives the American-style version of pasta salad...

    Deviled Egg Pasta Salad

    If you like deviled eggs, you'll love this deviled egg pasta salad. It takes the flavors you already know and...

    Amish Macaroni Salad

    Amish macaroni salad is a perfect side dish for summer get-togethers. Make up a big bowl for your next barbecue...

    Grilled Peach Couscous Salad

    You'll feel inspired at the farmers market with the recipe for this couscous salad in tow. Grilled peaches and limes,...

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    Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

    One bite of this Hawaiian macaroni salad and you'll understand why it's an island favorite! Tender macaroni combines with a...

    Enchilada Pasta

    Enchilada pasta pairs beans and pasta in a comfort food mash-up, piling on the vegetables and spices for a well-rounded...

    Minestrone-Style Shrimp Salad

    This shrimp salad is the perfect dish to serve as a small dinner for two. It's very light and refreshing....

    Caprese Pasta Salad

    When life hands you tomatoes, make... Caprese pasta salad. It captures the flavors of the classic Italian salad in a...

    Spam Macaroni Salad

    I have always loved Spam, so I decided to combine it with pineapple to make this Polynesian-inspired macaroni salad recipe....

    Shrimp and Crab Macaroni Salad

    This salad is a summertime staple in our house. If you want to splurge, go ahead and use real crab....

    Cubano Macaroni Salad

    One of my favorite sandwiches is a hot Cubano, piled high with juicy pork, layers of ham and melty Swiss...

    Grecian-Inspired Macaroni Salad

    I love all Grecian flavors and tried adding them to a macaroni salad. Toss in whatever olives you can find;...

    Middle Eastern-Inspired Macaroni Salad

    This creamy, tangy macaroni salad is inspired by the many wonderful flavors of the Middle East. The za'atar seasoning gives...

    Chicken Taco Macaroni Salad

    I like to give macaroni salad a taco twist. Rotisserie chicken makes it quick. I'll often serve this dish as...

    Scandinavian-Inspired Macaroni Salad

    Give a humdrum side salad a Scandinavian touch by adding some freshly chopped dill and tiny shrimp. —Kallee Krong-McCreery, Escondido,...

    Chicken Caesar Macaroni Salad

    Give me a Caesar salad anytime, no matter what form it's in. I like to add some chicken and artichokes...

    Barbecue Macaroni Salad

    My family loves a touch of tang, so I created this barbecue macaroni salad. Not too much—just a hint of...

    Grilled Chicken Ramen Salad

    I love this chicken ramen salad because it's a complete meal in one bowl. Everyone loves when it's on the...

    Fresh Summer Pasta Salad

    While preparing lunch, I made this summer pasta salad for dinner. It was fast and easy; delicious and colorful. We...

    Confetti Macaroni Salad

    The bits of bright red and green in this easy macaroni salad remind me of fun confetti. The inspiration for...

    Vegan Macaroni Salad

    All the classic flavors come through in this vegan macaroni salad, from the pickle relish to the ground mustard. The...

    Orzo with Feta and Arugula

    In my family, we love salads because they’re an interesting way to blend many different flavors. This orzo salad is...

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    Chicken Pasta Salad

    Chicken pasta salad can be a light, healthy lunch in its own right, not just a side dish. This one...

    Mediterranean Shrimp Salad in a Jar

    This Greek salad to go is packed with so much freshness, it instantly brightens up your day. Just layer it...

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    Summer Salad

    This is the perfect summer salad recipe for picnics and potlucks. It's full of pearl couscous, quinoa, colorful vegetables and...

    Cran-Orange Couscous Salad

    I often create salads for summer using a variety of healthy, filling grains. This version with tender couscous is amped...

    BLT Bow Tie Pasta Salad

    This is one of our favorite cold pasta salad recipes. I first tried it at a family reunion, and it's...

    Greek Macaroni Salad

    I've found that I can't go wrong taking this colorful bean and pasta salad to a potluck, patio party or...