Pasta and grain salad recipes


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Barley salad with mushrooms and fried asparagusViews: 2,452

This hearty salad, bursting with vibrant flavors and contrasting textures, can be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish with meat. It's easy to prepare and looks very festive thanks to...

Pearl barley, champignons, asparagus, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, shallots, bay leaf, thyme...
Time: 2 hours. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 258
Categories: Salads, With pasta, Fish, .
Whole wheat salad with shrimpViews: 8 306

This salad beautifully combines the textures and flavors of its ingredients. Firm, chewy spelt, soft white beans, and juicy watercress are complemented by tender, pan-fried shrimp.

Whole wheat, shrimp, white beans, lime juice, watercress, mint...
Time: 1 hour 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
The best hearty salad recipes without lettuce

The best hearty salad recipes without lettuce

Who says salads have to be green? These recipes use lentils, quinoa, and other ingredients, including salad greens.

Lentil and orzo pasta salad with roasted cauliflower, chard, and greensViews: 2,581

This incredibly delicious, filling, and healthy salad combines all the vibrant colors, flavors, and textures of its ingredients. The base of the salad is cooked orzo pasta and brown lentils with the addition of...

Cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, Swiss chard, lentils, orzo pasta, olives, parsley, dill, mint, lemon zest, red pepper flakes...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 267
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
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Asian Chicken and Quinoa SaladViews: 50 248

This nutritious and healthy cooked quinoa salad with fresh vegetables and grilled chicken takes on a whole new flavor when combined with an Asian-inspired dressing. This dressing is quick and easy to make...

Quinoa, grilled chicken, Napa cabbage, carrots, sugar snap peas, ginger root, soy sauce, lemon juice, sesame seeds...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 250
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Cobb Salad with QuinoaViews: 3,954

The American Cobb salad combines the vibrant flavors of bacon, chicken, avocado, blue cheese, and tomatoes. Traditionally, these ingredients are laid in neat strips on succulent lettuce leaves.

Chicken breasts, quinoa, romaine lettuce, tomatoes, blue cheese, Dijon mustard, avocado, bacon...
Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 1
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Author: - famous chef
Tomato and corn salad with lentilsViews: 3,585

A nutritious summer salad with lentils and tomatoes that's so filling it can be eaten on its own. Boil the green lentils with garlic until they absorb just a little of the flavor...

Cherry tomatoes, corn, lentils, lemon juice, green onions, basil, dill...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Quinoa, Grape, and Avocado SaladViews: 5,072

South American quinoa is a storehouse of vitamins and essential micronutrients. Healthy eaters around the world actively use it in their diets. But beyond its delicious...

Quinoa, grapes, cucumbers, lime juice, green onions, mint, avocado...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 - 8
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Author: - co-owner of the restaurant
Greek salad with creamy orzo pasta and crispy chickpeasViews: 3,493
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This recipe offers a more filling take on Greek salad. Traditional summer vegetables are paired with Italian orzo pasta, tossed with a Greek-inspired ranch dressing.

Chickpeas, orzo pasta, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta cheese, ranch dressing, lemon juice, olives, mint, za'atar...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
99 Healthy Side Dish Recipes

99 Healthy Side Dish Recipes

We present delicious and healthy side dishes for lunch and dinner, from low-calorie mashed potatoes to hearty grains like quinoa.

Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Author: - chef
Mediterranean Spelt SaladViews: 5,330

Spelt salads are a common dish in Italian, and especially in regional Mediterranean cuisine, and can be enjoyed at a home-style trattoria. They are very nutritious, filling, and can be served as...

Whole grain wheat, green beans, bell pepper, Parmesan cheese, green onions, sherry vinegar, Dijon mustard, olives...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 352
Summer Side Dish Recipes

Summer Side Dish Recipes

Complete your picnic with summer side dishes—pasta, potato, coleslaw, and other dishes from your favorite chefs.

Salad recipes for a picnic outdoors

Salad recipes for a picnic outdoors

Prepare classic summer salads for an outdoor picnic: with potatoes, grains, cabbage, pasta, and more.

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Tabbouleh SaladViews: 6 120

Tabbouleh salad is a popular Middle Eastern appetizer originating from Lebanon. Tabbouleh's two main ingredients—parsley and bulgur—are mixed with finely chopped vegetables, most often tomatoes, onions, and mint, and...

Bulgur groats, cucumbers, tomatoes, green onions, lime juice, radishes, parsley, mint...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Author: - co-owners of the restaurant
Italian pasta saladViews: 8 623
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This Italian pasta salad recipe was created by Patrick and Gina Neely, co-owners of Neely's Bar-B-Que and television hosts. It combines pasta with artichoke, smoked mozzarella, and sausage...

Fusilli spirale pasta, artichokes, smoked mozzarella cheese, pepperoni sausage, cherry tomatoes, pepperoncino peppers, basil, garlic, wine vinegar...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4-6
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Author: - famous chef
Pasta and radicchio saladViews: 1,758

Pasta salads are very convenient because they're filling and delicious, can be a standalone meal, and offer plenty of scope for culinary creativity. This salad is perfect for a picnic or...

Orecchiette pasta, orange marmalade, garlic, oregano, Dijon mustard, wine vinegar, red onion, radicchio...
Time: 28 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 389
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Author: - famous chef
Pasta Salad with Lemon Pesto DressingViews: 2 252

This pasta salad combines the most traditional flavors of Italian cuisine: tomato, basil, and cheese. Toss cooked pasta with a pesto dressing and lemon juice and zest, thanks to...

Cavatappi pasta, pesto sauce, grape tomatoes, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, lemon juice, green onions, parsley...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 - 8
Categories: Salads, Vegetables, With pasta, .
Author: - culinary writer
Asian Spaghetti SaladViews: 8 101
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This vibrant, juicy, and delicious Asian spaghetti and vegetable salad is ready in minutes. Boil thin spaghetti and toss it with julienned vegetables for easy eating.

Spaghetti pasta, carrots, bell peppers, cucumbers, green onions, cilantro, Napa cabbage, red cabbage, kale, peanuts, soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, ginger root, garlic...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Categories: Salads, With pasta, Egg, .
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Pasta salad with deviled eggsViews: 1,960

Italians are undoubtedly the biggest fans of various types of pasta. Among the wide variety of dishes made with this product, there's a summer version – pasta salad. Although in love...

pasta, eggs, red onion, celery, carrots, mayonnaise, paprika...
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 8 - 10
Categories: Salads, Vegetables, With pasta, .
Author: - famous chef
Orecchiette pasta salad with vegetables, corn and beansViews: 2 120

Orecchiette pasta is perfect for salads. Firstly, the little ears look cute and perfectly at home among the other ingredients. Secondly, its shape helps retain...

Orecchiette pasta, bell pepper, red onion, tomatillos, corn, lima beans, wine vinegar, chipotle pepper, cilantro...
Time: 15 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Salads, Leafy, With pasta, .
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Creamy Pasta Salad with BBQ ChickenViews: 3,572

A salad that's great right after making, and even the next day. Toasted almonds, in addition to cucumber, are a great addition for added crunch. A few clementine slices...

Pasta, grilled chicken, celery, cucumbers, mesclun salad mix, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, dill, mayonnaise, yogurt...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 672
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Pasta saladViews: 5,642

This simple and delicious salad is perfect for the summer heat, as it's best served chilled. This cold salad with pasta, cheese, and vegetables is pleasantly refreshing and leaves a lasting impression...

Macaroni, cheddar cheese, carrots, celery, celery seeds, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Author: - famous chef
Pasta salad with seasonal vegetablesViews: 2,885

A simple, fresh salad with vegetables and pasta, perfect for lunch or a picnic, could be just the thing to celebrate the May holidays. Thanks to the colorful ingredients and...

Fusilli spiral pasta, grape tomatoes, bell pepper, green onion, Parmesan cheese, carrots, celery...
Time: 1 hour 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 - 10
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Kale and Spelt SaladViews: 3 229

The ingredients for this salad sound a bit outlandish, but what's even more interesting is that both spelt and kale were once quite common in Russia. And now they're regaining their...

Whole wheat, kale, goat cheese, Parmesan cheese, pomegranate...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
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Pasta Salad with Roasted PeppersViews: 3,356

It's commonly believed that pasta is primarily prepared as a side dish for main courses—the usual cutlets and sausages—or as an Italian pasta dish. But in reality, pasta is magnificent...

Rigatoni pasta, bell pepper, bocconcini mozzarella cheese, almonds, basil...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 731
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Author: - chef
Tricolor Salad with Orzo PastaViews: 5,814

Orzo pasta, a coarse rice-like pasta, is perfect for hearty pasta salads. Toss it with arugula, basil, dried cherries, feta cheese, and pine nuts, and...

Orzo pasta, pine nuts, feta cheese, dried cherries, lemon juice, arugula, basil...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
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Pasta, Asparagus, Corn and Sun-Dried Tomato SaladViews: 3,092

The beauty of pasta salad is that the hearty, neutral pasta base pairs well with almost any food, be it vegetables, meat, or fish. Plus, the pasta holds delicious sauces and...

Fusilli spiral pasta, asparagus, corn, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, mayonnaise, sour cream...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Categories: Salads, With pasta, Fish, .
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Pasta salad with tuna, celery, white beans and olivesViews: 4,880

Canned tuna has long been the perfect ingredient for light, nutritious, and healthy salads. To avoid the hassle of trying to find a filling and delicious dinner, prepare a quick Italian tuna salad...

Pasta, tuna, white beans, celery, olives, lemon juice, mayonnaise, sour cream...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
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Pasta salad with shrimp scampiViews: 3,826

This pasta and vegetable salad proves that shrimp scampi doesn't have to be eaten warm: the garlic-wine sauce pairs well with them cold. To speed up the cooking process,...

Penne pasta, corn, green beans, shrimp, cherry tomatoes, white wine, red pepper flakes, parsley...
Time: 55 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Author: - culinary writer
Crispy Spaghetti SaladViews: 4,310

In Russia, pasta is traditionally seen as a side dish, while in Asia, cold noodle salads are nothing new, and neither are the Italians, who have borrowed the idea.

Spaghetti pasta, sugar snap peas, bell pepper, peanut butter, wine vinegar, soy sauce, ginger root, green onions, parsley, honey, sesame seeds...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
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BLT Pasta SaladViews: 3,549

The BLT (Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato) is the classic American sandwich staple. Fried, flavorful bacon, crisp, fresh lettuce, and ripe, juicy tomato, sandwiched between two slices of bread,...

Fusilli spirale pasta, tomatoes, Boston lettuce, chives, milk, sour cream, mayonnaise, thyme, bacon...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 960
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Author: - famous chef
Israeli Couscous and Grilled Vegetable SaladViews: 5,403

Unlike the Arabic version, Israeli couscous, or ptitim, is more of a pasta-like dish shaped like small balls. Ptitim was invented in Israel in the 1950s, when the country...

ptitim, zucchini, yellow squash, asparagus, sweet pepper, cherry tomatoes, Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, basil, parsley...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 276
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Author: - restaurateur
Italian pasta salad with chickenViews: 57,760

Italian pasta salad is rarely dressed with mayonnaise or sour cream. Italians typically use olive oil, various types of vinegar, and spices as dressings. These impart...

Chicken breasts, pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, salami, wine vinegar, feta cheese, parsley...
Time: 55 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Categories: Salads, Leafy, With pasta, .
Quinoa and Kale SaladViews: 10,497

A delicious and healthy mix of quinoa and curly kale, cherry tomatoes, and pine nuts, topped with creamy goat cheese. A light dressing of olive oil and wine vinegar adds a touch of...

Quinoa, kale, cherry tomatoes, goat cheese, wine vinegar, pine nuts...
Time: 55 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Categories: Salads, Warm, With pasta, .
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Pasta Salad "Genovese"Views: 4,462

Detailed recipe with photos.

Fusilli spiral pasta, green beans, red potatoes, lemon juice, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, basil...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 – 8
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
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Noodle and sesame saladViews: 6 233

Detailed recipe with photos.

Noodles, ginger root, edamame beans, sugar snap peas, carrots, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame seeds...
Time: 15 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 – 8
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
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Pasta Salad with BBQ ChickenViews: 5 192

Detailed recipe with photos.

Grilled chicken, pasta, pickled cucumber, celery, bell pepper, red onion, barbecue sauce, mustard, mayonnaise, sour cream...
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 – 8
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Author: - co-owner of the restaurant
Spring salad with pasta and tomatoesViews: 5,085
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"The baby green peas and the salty ricotta salad are a fantastic combination," says Jeff....

Cavatappi pasta, asparagus, peas, bell peppers, grape tomatoes, ricotta cheese, lemon juice, shallots, garlic, mustard, honey, dill...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 - 8
Categories: Salads, With pasta, With beans, .
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Rice salad with beans and hamViews: 5,675

In 15 minutes, you can throw together a salad of celery, ham, canned beans, and microwaved brown rice....

Brown rice, black-eyed beans, ham, celery, green onions, parsley, apple cider vinegar...
Time: 15 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4

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