Pasta and grain salad recipes

Enjoy the best flavors of summer all year long with this pasta salad with corn and tomatoes in a creamy sour cream dressing with green onions. Frozen corn is always...

Pour boiling water over the couscous and defrosted green peas, let them steam for 5 minutes, then add salted prosciutto and refreshing mint. A delicious Middle Eastern-style side dish is ready...

This salad of sweet grape tomatoes, fresh baby corn, boiled gemelli pasta with herbs, and aromatic pieces of fried bacon in a homemade ranch dressing is a true summer favorite.

A vinaigrette with shallots and fresh herbs brings all the ingredients of this salad together. Hearty orecchiette ear-shaped pasta, natural crab meat, corn, and lima beans...

This gnocchi dish with juicy vegetables in a pesto dressing combines the flavors of two salads: Italian pasta salad and potato salad. Add a little mayonnaise to the pesto dressing, and it...

This salad recipe was inspired by the flavors of the BLT (bacon, lettuce, and tomato) sandwich. Remove the bread and grab the pasta. Toss it with tomatoes, arugula, and fried bacon and serve for lunch or dinner. For...

Chimichurri is an Argentine hot sauce made with fresh herbs, traditionally served with grilled meats. The zesty combination of parsley, cilantro, garlic, and hot pepper enlivens the nutty flavor...

Combine cooked orecchiette pasta with fresh herbs, real crab meat, juicy tomatoes, and crisp celery for a delicious salad with the flavors of summer. Thanks to its...

This salad gets its amazing flavor from a dressing made from coconut milk, brown sugar, and fish sauce. Rub the pork tenderloin with the same dressing before grilling. Slice the cooked meat thin, just like...

Make a quinoa, red bell pepper, and toasted pecan salad for a simple and filling side dish perfect for the holidays. Dress the salad with apple cider vinegar and...

The American dessert salad "Frog's Eye" got its amusing name from the small round pasta called "acini di pepe" that it contains. The other main ingredients in this salad are...

Caesar salad lovers will love this heartier version. Tomatoes, romaine lettuce, and fried shrimp are tossed with pasta in a homemade Caesar dressing. Serve as an appetizer or...

Toss cooked pasta with smoked turkey, sharp cheddar, and hard-boiled eggs in a refreshing creamy lemon dressing made with sour cream and mayo. It's a great way to use up...

This warm pasta salad is the perfect way to use up those leftover vegetables you've been keeping in the fridge. Along with autumn butternut squash, zucchini is added to the vegetable mix,...

This pasta salad uses shredded store-bought rotisserie chicken. Its savory meat imparts a rich flavor that's perfectly complemented by a dressing of mayonnaise, barbecue sauce, and ham relish.

This delicious and healthy Asian-inspired salad is rich in fiber and protein. It captivates with its rich textures of juicy kale, radishes, crunchy peanuts, edamame beans, and a delicate vinaigrette.

A natural ham steak, the back ham, is pan-fried in butter with a little brown sugar, which turns into a light caramel crust and interestingly...

This pasta salad is filled with chunks of broccoli, salami, and green onions, and dressed with a fragrant olive oil that's been sautéed with garlic and a touch of red pepper. This recipe uses...

Although the name hiyashi-chuka literally means "cold Chinese," this cold noodle salad is actually a Japanese dish traditionally prepared in the summer. This salad is light, refreshing...

This salad features curried basmati rice, complemented by crisp, juicy vegetables and refreshing greens, along with pieces of roasted turkey. Mango chutney and lime are the perfect accompaniments...

This nutritious salad is rich in protein, fiber, and healthy carbohydrates. It provides long-lasting energy, delights with its flavor, and offers a contrasting combination of textures, where firm barley meets creamy...

This salad combines all the ingredients of a classic Caesar salad: greens, croutons, Parmesan, and, of course, the signature dressing. And the addition of cooked pearl barley makes your Caesar salad even more...

This pasta salad will be a vibrant addition to your holiday table, thanks to its traditional Christmas colors: green spinach-almond pesto dressing, bright red pieces...

This colorful Christmas wreath salad, featuring vibrant oranges, candied pecans, and pomegranate seeds, will not only make a stunning centerpiece for your holiday table, but it will also...

Penne pasta makes a classic Caesar salad more filling and delicious for kids who adore pasta. Grilled chicken breast (or fried chicken) adds even more flavor.

This bright, delicious, and healthy salad is made with fun, kid-favorite pasta wheels and makes a great addition to a school lunchbox. Especially since the light...

In this delicious and healthy bowl, Trisha Yearwood complements a brown rice base with lightly sautéed vegetables: sugar snap peas, zucchini, fennel root, and shiitake mushrooms. It's incredibly juicy...

A layered salad in a jar is vibrant, delicious, and convenient. You can easily take it to work or on the go. This salad is made with the most delicious vegetables and fruits available in winter—...

This delicious and filling Mexican-style salad is perfect for taking to work for a vibrant, healthy, and energizing lunch. Its ingredients include cooked quinoa,...

If you're following a plant-based diet or just looking for a good dairy-free dish, this creamy pasta salad is the perfect solution. It's perfect for picnics and...

If you bought celery stalks for appetizers or soup, don't throw away the tender outer leaves. Save them for this creamy pasta salad. Ranch dressing, carrots, and...

Tortellini are small Italian dumplings with a variety of fillings. This recipe can be filled with spinach or cheese—they'll be equally delicious. Warm tortellini and roasted vegetables are mixed in...

In addition to juicy grape tomatoes, this hearty quinoa salad also features sliced ​​tender hearts of palm and plenty of fresh herbs. A great summer option for a healthy pick-me-up...

To make this salad, use unusually shaped pasta. Kids will love not only eating it but also cooking it with you, as pasta is the easiest way to learn...

Crushed red pepper flakes and pickled pepperoncini peppers give this pasta of gemelli (flag-shaped) pasta, ham, grape tomatoes, and celery a mild heat that's perfect...

This delicious and filling Mediterranean-style summer salad is ready in minutes, thanks to a base of couscous that's steamed for just 5 minutes. Pair the couscous with sweet cherry tomatoes,...

This Asian buckwheat soba noodle salad is quick and easy to make, yet the flavor is rich and complex. This is all thanks to the rice vinegar, honey, and soy sauce dressing...

Pasta salad is perfect for summer. It's like Italian pasta, but instead of sauce, it's served with a dressing and served cold, which is perfect for hot weather. This salad...

Canned tuna, bow-tie pasta, blanched green beans, and carrots come together in a refreshing vinaigrette with white wine vinegar and shallots. Celery,...

This dish pairs steamed quinoa beautifully with juicy, savory arugula, sweet and spicy roasted vegetables, crunchy pine nuts, and shaved Parmesan cheese, all wrapped in a delicious dressing of...

This delicious and easy-to-make Moroccan-style side dish goes well with any grilled meat or poultry. To ensure the bulgur is fluffy and especially appetizing, toast it in...

This delicious Eastern salad is made with bulgur and a variety of aromatic herbs: green onions, mint, and parsley. To ensure the bulgur retains its maximum beneficial properties,...