4/30 | The Best Pasta Salad Recipes

We love summer recipes! There’s just something so special about sitting out in the backyard or going on a picnic and eating some yummy grilled foods with those amazing side dishes. Today, we’ve rounded up the best pasta salad recipes we could find to share with you. These are perfect for any summer meal.

The Best Pasta Salad Recipes

Use these pasta salad recipes as side dishes or mains. Either way, they are scrumptious! 

ITALIAN PASTA SALAD From Pinch of Yum 

This could definitely be served as a main dish with the delicious Italian meats added to it. It’s a substantial salad that is sure to be a hit. 

EASY COLD PASTA SALAD  From Culinary Hill

Simple, but scrumptious. You could whip this one up in minutes. 

MEDITERRANEAN PASTA SALAD From Love and Lemons

Inspired by Mediterranean flavors such as you might find in Greek Salad, this is a delight to the tastebuds. 

STRAWBERRY AVOCADO PASTA SALAD From The Cookie Rookie

We are always a fan of adding fruit to our salads and this one with strawberries looks light and refreshing. 

BLT PASTA SALAD From Carls Bad Cravings

All those yummy BLT flavors rounded up in a tasty pasta salad. Who’s in? 

SUNDRIED TOMATO PASTA SALAD From Plays Well with Butter 

This looks like someone took our favorite hot pasta dish and turned it into a salad. We’re here for this one! 

RAINBOW ANTIPASTO PASTA SALAD From Gimme Some Oven

Packed with flavor, this filling salad is going to be an instant family favorite! 

ROASTED VEGETABLE PASTA SALAD From Simply Whisked

Roast veggies for your dinner one night, making a little extra, and then use the leftovers in this yummy salad. 

TUNA PASTA SALAD WITH CAPERS From Confetti and Bliss

The balance of tuna, pasta, and the saltiness of the capers has our mouths watering. 

MEXICAN STREET CORN PASTA SALAD From Healthy Fitness Meals 

If you love Mexican street corn, this pasta salad with the same flavor profile is a must-try. 

HALOUMI PASTA SALAD From Leah Itsines

Have you ever tried Haloumi? It’s a semi-hard unripened cheese with a high melting point making it ideal for grilling! Added to a salad, it adds a creamy texture that nicely balances out the crunch of the vegetables. 

ITALIAN TORTELLINI PASTA SALAD From Delightful EMade 

We love turning tortellini into salad! It’s like a full meal in a bowl. 

WARM PASTA SALAD WITH SALMON From Good Housekeeping 

Looking for something a little bit different? Try this warm pasta salad served with salmon. Fresh and refreshing! 

CREAMY BACON MAC AND CHEESE SALAD From Creative Cynchronicity

This is like a cold version of mac and cheese taken to the next level. Add bacon or ham if you’d like or leave it vegetarian. Pineapple, peas, and corn are some other yummy additions. 

Creamy bacon Mac and Cheese salad
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With these recipes, you should be all set for summer BBQs and picnics!