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Pesto Surprise

SUBMITTED BY: Renee Kralic

Farfalle pasta becomes spectacular when adorned with a pesto-rich Italian dressing and studded with cherry tomatoes, artichoke hearts and two kinds of olives.

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NEWEST PICNIC PASTA SALAD RECIPES                    


Lemon Mint Pasta Salad

Submitted by: mollie
Pasta, green onions and grapes are dressed up with a lemony yogurt sauce to make a great summer salad, perfect for if you have mint growing in your garden. 

Cold Spaghetti

Submitted by: Cheryl
This incredibly fresh and simple pasta salad features spaghetti coated in a pureed sauce of ripe red tomatoes, real garlic and fragrant, fresh basil. 

Justin's Macaroni Salad

Submitted by: Justin Kempski
Sweet onions and olives set the tone for this wonderful, quick to prepare summer pasta salad. 

TOP PICNIC PASTA SALAD RECIPES


Spaghetti Salad II

Submitted by: Natalie
Sesame and poppy seeds are just two of the fun ingredients in this super summer salad. Cucumber, onion, bell peppers, tomatoes and broccoli are tossed with pasta, Parmesan, seeds, paprika and cayenne, then coated with Italian-style dressing. 

Black Bean and Couscous Salad

Submitted by: Paula
Fluffy couscous is dotted with green onions, red pepper, fresh cilantro and black beans and boasts the Southwest tang of a lime-cumin vinaigrette. 

Spinach and Orzo Salad

Submitted by: Christine R.
Orzo pasta is tossed with spinach, red onion, feta cheese, pine nuts, basil, olive oil and balsamic vinegar, creating a delicious, colorful cold salad. 
 
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