Pasta salad picnic

Recipe video above. Don't skimp on pesto, and don't be shy with olive oil. If you do, you'll end up staring at a mound of flavour-lacking, dry pesto pasta salad, thinking "darn it, I should have just followed the recipe!".PS Just 2 tablespoons of mayo is the secret here. Just gives an edge of creaminess without weighing it down, plus significantly improves the quality of next-day leftovers - prevents it from drying out.TIP: Homemade pesto obviously rules here, but if you need to resort to…

A summery salad of fresh veggies, pasta and a bright dressing makes a perfect side at your next picnic or as a lazy dinner for when it's too hot to cook.

Your summer barbecue needs this Italian Tortellini Pasta Salad! Cheese-filled tortellinis are mixed with salami and pepperoni, tomatoes, pepperoncini, olives, arugula, fresh mozzarella and parmesan cheese and drizzled with a simple basil pesto vinaigrette!Yields about 12 cups or 16 (¾ cup) servings.

This easy Tuna Pasta Salad is inexpensive to make, tastes delicious, has no mayonnaise, and features our favorite pantry staple: jarred tuna fish! Dressed with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette, it's sure to elevate any summer picnics or cookout. Pro-tip: make it a day in advance for the flavors to meld! Dairy-free.

This Greek Pasta Salad Recipe is an easy and flavorful side dish idea. Everyone loves a good pasta salad recipe and this Greek version will be a hit!

A quick and easy, high-protein pasta salad recipe with tuna, tomatoes, feta, and parsley tossed in olive tapenade as a sauce. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, work lunches, or any time!

Easy Pesto Pasta Salad is the perfect dish for picnics, or a light lunch. This vibrant salad combines pasta, juicy tomatoes and basil pesto.

Discover the joy of making Deli-Style Pasta Salad with this simple recipe. It combines vibrant vegetables and flavorful dressing for a refreshing dish. Ideal for picnics, family dinners, or meal prep. Try it today!

Caprese Pasta Salad | I'm not a big fan of most pasta salads, but there is one major exception to that rule: pesto pasta salads. I don't know what it is about pesto that makes serving cold pasta acceptable to me, but whatever it is, I won't argue with it. I just love it.

Corn Pasta Salad with Bacon and Creamy Pesto Dressing takes only 30 minutes and makes a beautiful appetizer, light meal, or even dinner! This crowd-pleasing side dish is perfect for sharing and bringing to picnics, potlucks, BBQs, or parties. Your family and friends with love the fresh, savory, and sweet combination of flavors! Make it in the Summer and year-round.