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5 pasta salads for the season ahead

Published 29 days ago • 1 min read

Hey there,

Warmer weather is finally here, which means pasta salad season is back. We’re looking ahead to cookouts, picnics, and those hot summer nights when nobody wants a hot dinner!

The best part is that pasta salad actually gets better the longer it sits in the fridge, so it's the rare side dish that rewards you for making it ahead.

Here are five worth making this summer, plus a brand new roundup if you want to see everything in one place.

NEW

Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

Brand new on the site this month. It has smoky bacon, creamy ranch dressing, and crisp veggies, and it's one that will disappear fast.

COOKOUT STAPLE

Classic Pasta Salad

This is the simple, vinaigrette-based version that belongs at every cookout. Just noodles, fresh veggies, and Italian dressing.

TOP RATED

Aunt Bee's Shrimp Pasta Salad

A reader favorite that's been in our family for decades. It's light and fresh, and feels a little fancy without any of the fuss.

LUNCH WORTHY

Ham Pasta Salad

Hearty enough to be lunch on its own, easy enough to bring as a side. It's also a great way to use up leftover ham.

LIGHT & BRIGHT

Pasta Salad with Mayo

It's creamy with a bright lemon and basil lift, and it tastes like summer in a bowl.

ROUND-UP

Best Pasta Salad Recipes

If you want even more options, I just put together a collection of the Best Pasta Salad Recipes in one spot.

Hope you have a good weekend ahead, with something good in the fridge waiting.

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