Best 8 Apricot Pasta Salad Recipes
Are you looking for a delicious and refreshing dish to enjoy during the warm summer months? Look no further than apricot pasta salad! This vibrant and flavorful salad combines the sweetness of ripe apricots, the tanginess of lemon, and the nutty flavor of toasted almonds. It's a perfect dish for a light lunch, a potluck, or a backyard barbecue. Plus, it's incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal cooking time.
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ALMOND-APRICOT CHICKEN SALAD
Here's a one-of-a-kind pasta salad that combines tender chicken, sweet apricots and crunchy vegetables. Plus, the lemony dressing can't be beat. -Susan Voigt, Plymouth, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions, adding apricots during the last 4 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water; place in a large bowl. Add broccoli, chicken, onions and celery. , In a small bowl, combine the next eight ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and chill until serving; fold in almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 24g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 524mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
APRICOT SALAD
Colorful gelatin salad adds a spot of brightness to any table. It blends well with this holiday feast. We children didn't know if it should be a salad or dessert, with its smooth texture and delicate flavor.-Fae Fisher, Callao, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Dissolve gelatin in boiling water; set aside. Beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually beat in milk until smooth. Stir in gelatin. Add pineapple, mixing well. Refrigerate., When mixture begins to thicken, fold in whipped topping. Pour into a 2-1/2-qt. serving bowl. Refrigerate at least 2 hours. If desired, serve with canned apricots and fresh mint leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 121mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CHICKEN SALAD WITH APRICOTS AND ALMONDS SANDWICH
Upgrade chicken salad with dried apricots for a little sweetness and toasted almonds for crunch in our easy recipe.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Yield 2 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Make the chicken salad: Fill a medium saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Meanwhile, season chicken with salt and pepper. When water boils, reduce heat, add chicken, and simmer until cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove and let cool. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces. In a bowl, combine yogurt, mustard, chives, apricots, and almonds. Stir in chicken and season with salt and pepper.
- Divide the lettuce and chicken mixture between two slices toast. Top each with remaining slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 g, Cholesterol 24 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 325 g
APRICOT SALAD
This is a great salad for the holidays due to the very festive orange color.
Provided by Cindy Carnes
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes Jell-O® Salad
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine gelatin, sugar and water. Bring to a boil and mix until dissolved. Remove from heat, add baby food and pineapple with juice. Stir, set aside to cool for 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk, mix together until smooth. Pour into fruit mixture and whisk together.
- Stir in pecans and pour into a 9x13 inch pan. Refrigerate until chilled. Top with thawed whipped topping if desired. Sprinkle with pecans to decorate and cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 21.1 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 102.6 mg, Sugar 35 g
APRICOT PASTA SALAD
This unusual, summery pasta salad recipe comes courtesy of the California Apricot Council. I love apricots, and will be trying this once fresh ones come into season. If you can't find fresh apricots, canned ones might make a suitable substitute. NOTE: Cooking time is for the pasta. If you chop the veggies while the pasta cooks and cools, and use store-bought rotisserie chicken, this can be a snap to put together.
Provided by Lynne M
Categories Fruit
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- DRESSING: Combine apricots, white wine vinegar and 1 tablespoon sugar in blender; whirl until blended. With blender running, slowly add vegetable oil until thick and smooth. Stir in basil.
- PASTA: Cook pasta as package directs; drain and let cool.
- Combine pasta, apricots, chicken, zucchini, red pepper, seasonings and basil in bowl. Toss with dressing, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.2, Fat 21.2, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 54.4, Carbohydrate 36, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 12.4, Protein 20.9
ORZO SALAD WITH FRESH APRICOTS, PISTACHIOS AND GINGER OIL
Steps:
- Bring a medium-size pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add orzo and cook about 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain immediately and rinse with cold water.
- Place the orzo in a bowl and combine with the fresh apricots, fresh and ground coriander, scallions and almonds. Toss with 4 to 5 tablespoons of the ginger oil, until the pasta is just moist. Season with salt and pepper. Squeeze the fresh lemon juice on the salad and mix.
APRICOT CHICKEN PASTA SALAD
Steps:
- Prepare the dressing: Combine apricots, vinegar, and sugar in blender; whirl until blended. With blender running, slowly add vegetable oil until thick and smooth. Stir in basil. Makes 1 cup. Prepare the salad: 1. Cook pasta as package directs; drain and let cool. 2. Combine pasta, apricots, chicken, zucchini, red pepper, and basil in bowl. Toss with dressing.
APRICOT SALAD
Make and share this Apricot Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by jeswes54
Categories Gelatin
Time 20m
Yield 1 9 x 11 pan
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Boil 2 cups water, and add jello till dissolved. Add 1 cup cold apricot juice. Chop the canned apricots fine and add with the remaining juice from the canned fruit to the jello. Add the crushed pineapple. Pour into 9 x 11 cake pan or your favorite jello mold. Chill till set.
- Prepare topping to spread on jello when set. Mix together in a saucepan:1 cup apricot juice, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 egg beaten slightly, and 2 tablespoons cornstarch. Cook over med. - low heat till thickened. Add prepared pkg. of Dream Whip. Spread over chilled jello.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2955.1, Fat 96, SaturatedFat 84.9, Cholesterol 211.5, Sodium 1177.1, Carbohydrate 511.6, Fiber 11.9, Sugar 476, Protein 35.7
Tips:
- Use ripe, in-season apricots for the best flavor.
- Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 5 minutes. This will enhance their flavor and make them more crunchy.
- If you don't have any fresh basil on hand, you can use 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley or cilantro instead.
- Feel free to add other ingredients to your pasta salad, such as cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- For a vegan version of this recipe, use a vegan-friendly cheese substitute, such as nutritional yeast or tofu.
Conclusion:
Apricot Pasta Salad is a light, refreshing, and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer picnics and potlucks. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or shrimp. With its vibrant colors and sweet and savory flavor, this pasta salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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