Source: Timolina, AdobeStockPasta isn't just a side dish or a base for sauces. For example, you can add it to a salad to make it more filling. This creates a complete main course for lunch or dinner that is very satisfying. We're sharing 15 of the best recipes!
1. Pasta Salad with Ham and Corn
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruThis salad can be served warm – it will be even tastier.
You will need: 200 g pasta, 200 g ham, 1 bell pepper, 120 g canned corn, 40 g hard cheese, 60 ml olive oil, 20 ml balsamic vinegar, spices.
Preparation: Cut the ham into pieces and fry until golden in oil. Add the diced bell pepper and fry for another couple of minutes. Meanwhile, cook the pasta and grate the cheese. Mix all ingredients, season, and dress the salad with oil and balsamic vinegar.
2. Pasta Salad with Tuna
Source: mirtesen.ruYou can use tuna in oil or in its own juice.
You will need: 240 g tuna, 120 g pasta, 150 g olives, 5 anchovies, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tsp mustard, 30 ml each olive oil and lemon juice, spices.
Preparation: Cook the pasta, flake the tuna into pieces, and mix everything with the olives. Blend the remaining ingredients until smooth and pour over the salad.
3. Pasta Salad with Feta
Source: pinterest.comA wonderful Italian-style salad – no less delicious than pasta.
You will need: 200 g pasta, 2 green onion stalks, 200 g cherry tomatoes, 2 cucumbers, 1-2 bunches basil, 120 g feta, 50 g black olives, spices, olive oil.
Preparation: Cook the pasta, slice the cucumbers, halve the cherry tomatoes, chop the green onions, and cube the feta. Mix everything with basil, add black olives, season, and drizzle the salad with olive oil.
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4. Pasta Salad with Bacon
Source: dzen.ruOptionally, sprinkle the finished salad with chopped parsley or cilantro.
You will need: 300 g pasta, 150 g bacon, 100 g spinach, 100 g tomatoes, 25 g yogurt, 75 g mayonnaise, 30 ml wine vinegar, spices.
Preparation: Cook the pasta. Chop and fry the bacon until crispy. Wash the spinach, slice the tomatoes, and mix the salad. Combine the dressing ingredients and pour over everything.
5. Pasta Salad with Sausage
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruBoiled sausage works best for this recipe.
You will need: 350 g pasta, 2 tomatoes, 300 g sausage, 150 g hard cheese, mayonnaise, herbs.
Preparation: Cook the pasta, and dice the remaining ingredients finely. Dress the salad with mayonnaise and sprinkle with chopped herbs.
6. Pasta Salad with Carrots and Pickles
Source: geostart.ruA hearty recipe with an unusual flavor.
You will need: 250 g pasta, 1/2 bell pepper, 1/2 red onion, 1 carrot, 2 pickles, 25 g celery root, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sour cream, 2 tbsp wine vinegar, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 clove garlic, 4 sprigs parsley, spices.
Preparation: Cook the pasta. Julienne the bell pepper, onion, carrot, celery, and pickles. Mince the garlic and parsley, and mix everything with the remaining dressing ingredients.
7. Pasta Salad with Crab Sticks
Source: nyama-nyama.ruAn original version of a hearty, yet light, crab salad.
You will need: 100 g pasta, 100 g crab sticks, 5 pickled gherkins, 4 tbsp canned corn, 1 red onion, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Cook the pasta, finely chop the onion and gherkins, and dice the crab sticks. Add the corn and dress the salad with mayonnaise.
8. Pasta Salad with Spinach and Mozzarella
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruWe recommend using spiral or bow-tie pasta.
You will need: 2.5 cups pasta, 2 cups cherry tomatoes, 180 g spinach, 120 g mozzarella balls, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 cup white wine vinegar, 1 tbsp each chopped oregano and parsley, 2 cloves garlic, spices.
Preparation: Cook the pasta, halve the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella, and mix everything with spinach. Combine olive oil, wine vinegar, herbs, minced garlic, and spices, and pour over the salad.
9. Pasta Salad with Arugula and Green Peas
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruYou can use fresh, frozen, or canned peas.
You will need: 250 g pasta, 2 handfuls arugula, 1 cup green peas, 6 cherry tomatoes, mayonnaise, spices.
Preparation: Cook the pasta, quarter the tomatoes, and add arugula. Blanch the peas for a couple of minutes in boiling water, or if using canned, add directly. Dress the salad with mayonnaise and season.
10. Pasta Salad with Smoked Sausages
Source: fb.ruA quick dinner for the whole family using readily available ingredients.
You will need: 100 g pasta, 200 g smoked sausages, 170 g pickled cucumbers, 150 g canned corn, mayonnaise, parsley, spices.
Preparation: Cook the pasta, slice the smoked sausages and pickled cucumbers, chop the parsley, and add the corn. Season the salad and dress it with mayonnaise.
11. Vegetable Pasta Salad
Source: dzen.ruA simple and light salad, especially in warmer weather.
You will need: 150 g pasta, 2 tomatoes, 2-3 bell peppers, 1 celery stalk, 2 cucumbers, olive oil, spices and herbs.
Preparation: Cook the pasta. Roughly chop all vegetables, mix the salad, drizzle with oil, season, and sprinkle with herbs.
12. Pasta Salad with Smoked Chicken
Source: pinterest.comFor aroma, add a handful of chopped basil leaves.
You will need: 200 g pasta, 2 smoked chicken fillets, 6 celery stalks, 1 bell pepper, 1 red onion, 3 tbsp capers, mayonnaise or yogurt.
Preparation: Cook the pasta, dice the chicken and bell pepper, and thinly slice the celery and onion. Add capers and dress the salad with mayonnaise or yogurt.
13. Pasta Salad with Shrimp
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruThe recipe specifies the weight of already peeled shrimp.
You will need: 300 g pasta, 400 g shrimp, 1 bell pepper, 200 g cherry tomatoes, 1 can black olives, 100 g spinach, 4 tbsp pesto sauce.
Preparation: Cook the pasta. Sauté the shrimp for just 2 minutes until golden. Cut the pepper into strips, and quarter the tomatoes. Add spinach and black olives, and drizzle the salad with pesto sauce.
14. Pasta Salad with Green Beans
Source: pinterest.comChoose not-too-large pasta of any shape.
You will need: 250 g green beans, 300 g pasta, 4 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp pine nuts, 200 g mozzarella, 50 g arugula, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 0.5 tsp lemon zest, spices.
Preparation: Blanch the green beans for 4 minutes in boiling water and drain. Cook the pasta separately. Whisk olive oil with lemon juice, zest, and spices. Pour this dressing over the pasta, add green beans, arugula, and mozzarella pieces, and sprinkle the salad with pine nuts.
15. Pasta Salad with Canned Fish
Source: dzen.ruUse canned fish in tomato sauce – then no separate dressing will be needed.
You will need: 1 can canned fish, 100 g pasta, 90 g hard cheese, 2 eggs, herbs.
Preparation: Cook the pasta. Separately boil the eggs and dice them. Chop the herbs, grate the cheese, and mix all ingredients.