Kale Caesar Pasta Salad
An easy and nourishing dinner, this salad has juicy roasted tomatoes and a classic 5-ingredient pasta salad. Use a good Parmesan as the flavor really will make a big difference.
Recipe via Foodie Crush
Rainbow Noodle Salad with Ginger Soy Vinaigrette
An explosion of colorful vegetables and flavorful herbs combine in this healthy noodle salad. The dressing alone is worth the recipe, with its always winning combination of sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar and minced ginger.
Recipe via The Woks of Life
Spring Orzo Pasta Salad with Asparagus and Artichokes
When thin, tender asparagus is in season, snatch it up for this simple orzo salad and you won't be sorry. Add a handful of good feta and grilled chicken or tofu to make it a full meal.
Recipe via Food for My Family
Mexican Tortellini Salad
A full meal and a departure from a more traditional tortellini salad, this version folds in black beans, sweet corn, tomatoes, avocado and cotija cheese. The simple cilantro vinaigrette pulls the whole thing together; make extra to have around for green salads throughout the week.
Recipe via Two Peas and Their Pod
Satay Chicken Noodle Salad
If you love chicken satay, you'll swoon over this super creamy, peanutty pasta salad. Serve warm or room temperature and use any noodles you like.
Recipe via Recipe Tin Eats
Creamy Pesto Pasta Salad
For a sneak peek of summer, a pasta salad boasting a traditional pesto, white beans, arugula and sundried tomatoes is just the ticket. Now all we need is a cold lemonade and some warm afternoon sun.
Recipe via Host the Toast
Easy Tahini Soba Noodle Salad
Need a quick dinner idea and happen to be sick of your typical go-to? This soba noodle salad is a great vegetarian option and will only set you back 30 minutes. The nutty tahini dressing is also wonderful on green salads or as a dip for sliced veggies.
Recipe via The Full Helping
Zucchini, Edamame and Mozzarella Salad
Parsley and basil bring the color while lemon and capers bring the intense flavor in this vibrant pasta salad. Here they're all tossed togetherwith strozzapreti pasta, but feel free to use any tubular pasta you have in your cupboard.
Recipe via Marcus Samuelson
Asian Noodle Salad
A light lunch or colorful side dish, this noodle salad is cloaked in an addictive dressing made of creamy peanut butter, fresh ginger, honey and a kick of Sriracha. Add chicken or tofu to make it more substantial.
Recipe via Well Plated
20-Minute BLT Pasta Salad
Taking all the great parts about a BLT sandwich (the filling!) and translating it into a hearty salad is pretty genius thinking, if you ask us. Use a homemade dressing with fresh herbs instead of bottled, if you'd like.
Recipe via Baker by Nature
