ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD
I got this recipe from my sister-in-law while visiting her in Texas. I usually prepare this salad in the summer as a light evening meal for my family or as an extra-special lunch for friends.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place asparagus in a large saucepan with enough water to cover; cook until crisp-tender. Drain and cool. In a large bowl, combine asparagus with the remaining ingredients; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 3-4 hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 720mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING
This pasta salad is endlessly adaptable 365 days a year. Take your favorite pasta shape, add any vegetables in season then toss it all in a homemade Italian dressing. Yes, it's that simple!
Provided by Kelly Senyei
Categories main-dish
Time 3h25m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For the dressing: Whisk together all of the ingredients in a medium bowl until combined. Set aside.
- For the pasta salad: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions, just until al dente. Add the asparagus and cook it with the pasta for 1 more minute. Drain the pasta and asparagus then rinse with cold water and drain thoroughly.
- Transfer the pasta and asparagus to a large bowl. Stir in the onions and tomatoes. Pour the dressing over the pasta, toss to combine, then cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours and up to overnight. When ready to serve, stir in the Parmesan and enjoy cold or at room temperature.
ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING
Skip the store-bought pasta salads in favor of a quick and easy recipe for Asparagus Pasta Salad tossed in homemade Italian dressing!
Provided by Kelly Senyei
Time 27m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients until combined. Set the dressing aside.
- Remove the tough stems of the asparagus then cut each spear into 1-inch pieces.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, 10 to 11 minutes, then add the asparagus to the pot and cook it with pasta for 1 more minute. Drain the pasta and asparagus then rinse it with cold water.
- Transfer the pasta and asparagus to a large bowl. Stir in the onions and tomatoes. Pour the dressing over the pasta, tossing to combine, then cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 3 hours and up to overnight. When ready to serve, stir in the Parmesan cheese and enjoy cold or at room temperature.
- ★ Did you make this recipe? Don't forget to give it a star rating below!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 10 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by Late2Serenity
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients until combined. Set the dressing aside. Make the pasta salad: Remove the tough stems of the asparagus then cut each spear into 1-inch pieces. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, 10 to 11 minutes, then add the asparagus to the pot and cook it with pasta for 1 more minute. Drain the pasta and asparagus then rinse it with cold water. Transfer the pasta and asparagus to a large bowl. Stir in the onions and tomatoes. Pour the dressing over the pasta, tossing to combine, then cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 3 hours and up to overnight. When ready to serve, stir in the Parmesan cheese and enjoy cold or at room temperature.
ASPARAGUS-TOMATO SALAD WITH DRESSING
This is a delicious way to start off any meal- and a nice change of pace from the usual tossed salad.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients; set aside. Place asparagus in a large saucepan with enough water to cover; cook until crisp-tender. Drain and cool. , Combine asparagus, tomatoes and onion in a bowl. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately or refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD WITH PARMESAN DRESSING
Delicious! Perfect to serve for a luncheon. This needs to chill for 2 hours before serving. The dressing is wonderful!
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Pasta Shells
Time 2h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Boil pasta in water until firm-tender (do not overcook, leave firm!) drain, and rinse with cold water; set aside.
- Steam asparagus until crisp-tender; drain and plunge into very cold or ice water; drain and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Place all dressing ingredients in a blender, and blend until well mixed (adjusting all ingredients to suit taste).
- Place the veggies and the cooked pasta shells in a large bowl; toss to combine.
- Pour the dressing over; toss well to coat.
- Add in slivered almonds and mix.
- Chill in the fridge for a minimum of 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.8, Fat 23.7, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 37.5, Sodium 215.7, Carbohydrate 32, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 3.7, Protein 11.5
CHICKEN ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD
This recipe is adapted from the "Simply Down Home Cookbook' that I received from Studentchef in the Spring 2009 Cookbook Swap. It uses some of my favorite ingredients and I can not wait until late Spring when fresh, local asparagus is in season! A neighboring town, Hadley, Massachusetts is famous for its asparagus and I eat more than my fill every year!
Provided by Jociecee
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring 4 quarts of water to boil in a stockpot.
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.
- Drain pasta and keep warm.
- Wash asparagus and remove and discard tough ends.
- Slice asparagus into one inch pieces.
- Cook asparagus in a large skillet in shallow water and steam for 1-2 minutes until crisp tender.
- Drain well and reserve.
- Chop chicken into one inch pieces.
- Cut grape tomatoes in half.
- Combine Italian dressing ingredients in a large bowl.
- Add cooked pasta and asparagus to the Italian dressing and mix together until everything is evenly coated.
- Add chicken, tomatoes, basil, olives, and cheese and stir to combine.
- Serve pasta salad warm or at room temperature.
ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD
Make and share this Asparagus Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Olha7397
Categories Peppers
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Cook pasta, drain and set aside. Cook asparagus to desired crispness, drain with cold water and set aside.
- FOR THE DRESSING: Put all ingredients in a blender and mix well. Combine salad ingredients and pour dressing over, toss well. Chill. Garnish with additional grated cheese.
- British Columbia Cuisine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 523.8, Fat 32.9, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 49.6, Sodium 530.6, Carbohydrate 46.1, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 5.1, Protein 14
QUICK ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD
This recipe is one of my favorites to make for potlucks in the spring time when the asparagus is the best. It is so tasty and everyone will asks you for the recipe.-Teresa Kokx, Hart, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Rinse in cold water; drain and cool. Place asparagus in a large bowl; add pasta, onion, cucumber, carrots and radishes. , Combine salad dressing and Parmesan cheese; pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 279mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
PASTA-ASPARAGUS SALAD
From a local chef, I believe. If your time is limited, you can toss the salad with bottled Creamy Italian Dressing rather than making the dressing from scratch.
Provided by Kikimony
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Boil penne until al dente.
- While the penne is cooking, put the asparagus into a medium microwave-proof dish; add about 1/4 cup water.
- Cover and microwave on high for about 4 minutes, or until crisp-tender (Or cook the asparagus for about 4 minutes in a stovetop steamer).
- Drain and rinse well in cold water, then drain again.
- To prepare the dressing: Process the cottage cheese, yogurt, oil, onion, garlic, lemon juice, and mustard in a blender until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the remaining ingredients.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- When the pasta is done, drain and rinse well in cold water, then drain again.
- Transfer the pasta to a large bowl; Add the asparagus and the remaining salad ingredients; toss.
- Add the dressing and toss again.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 712.6, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 10.6, Sodium 334.1, Carbohydrate 118.9, Fiber 22.4, Sugar 13.4, Protein 23.1
More about "asparagus pasta salad with italian dressing recipes"
ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD - SPRING PASTA SALAD WITH …
From howsweeteats.com
ONTARIO ASPARAGUS AND CHICKEN PASTA SALAD WITH ZESTY …
From ontario.ca
EASY LEMON ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD - THE SIMPLE …
From simple-veganista.com
ASPARAGUS & PROSCIUTTO PASTA SALAD | KITCHN
From thekitchn.com
BEST PASTA SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS AND RED BELL PEPPERS RECIPE
From parade.com
10 BEST PASTA SALAD ITALIAN DRESSING RECIPES | YUMMLY
From yummly.com
ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING - MSN.COM
From msn.com
10 BEST PASTA SALAD ITALIAN DRESSING RECIPES | YUMMLY
From yummly.com
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love