If you love adding peanuts to almost everything you eat, you’re going to love this Thai Peanut Garden Pasta Salad. I make this salad whenever I’m craving something creamy and a little spicy. The roasted peanuts add a nice crunch, and I love how creamy the peanut dressing makes this salad. If you don’t eat … Read more
I love dill pickles, so this Tangy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is something I could eat all year round. I make it whenever I’m craving something tangy and creamy. I usually eat this salad on its own, but I also make it for family gatherings and holiday parties. The bacon makes this salad filling, and … Read more
I love making pasta salads with lots of leafy greens and fresh herbs. They’re light, filling, and easy to put together. This Spring Garden Pasta Salad is a spring and summer side dish, but I end up making it throughout the year too. The creamy avocado, lemon, and herb dressing is my favorite part of … Read more
This deviled egg pasta salad feels like your typical spring-summer salad, but it’s so filling that I end up making it all year round. I usually have a bowl of this for lunch when I don’t feel like cooking anything else. Whenever I have leftover hard-boiled eggs lying around, I end up making this salad. … Read more
This high-protein Chicken Pasta Salad is just what I want on days when I feel like lazing around at home and doing nothing. Adding chicken makes it so filling and flavorful that I don’t even miss having a main meal. To balance out the chicken, I use protein pasta and lots of vegetables for extra … Read more
I love adding peanuts to pasta salads because they make every bite a little nuttier. Even if you’re not a big fan of them, you might enjoy this one. I mix it with crunchy veggies and edamame. It takes just 15 minutes to make. I love having this for a quick lunch on days when … Read more
Cheese-stuffed tortellini is my favorite pasta, and I make it at least once a month, especially when I crave something cheesy. I toss the tortellini with crunchy vegetables and a tangy, creamy dressing. What I love most is that this salad tastes even better the next day. I always make extra so I have some … Read more
I love making pasta salads when I need a quick lunch or something to take along to a party. This Loaded Taco Pasta Salad is one I make quite often at home. It takes just 30 minutes to put together. I add crunchy veggies, beans, and taco-seasoned beef to the pasta. The chipotle dressing adds … Read more
I love pasta salads, but I rarely feel like spending more than 15 minutes making one. That’s why this Classic BLT Pasta Salad is one of my favorites. It’s quick to make, filling, and doesn’t leave me with a pile of dishes to wash. The bacon, tomatoes, and lettuce are classic BLT favorites, but the … Read more
I’ve tried so many different versions of pesto pasta salad over the last few years, but adding avocado has been my favorite so far. The fresh basil gives this salad a lovely herby flavor, and the avocado adds a creamy texture. The best part is that it takes just 30 minutes to make. I usually … Read more