Best 8 California Pasta Salad With Artichokes Recipes

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California Pasta Salad with Artichokes is a vibrant and refreshing salad that combines the flavors of California cuisine with the classic flavors of a pasta salad. This dish is packed with fresh and healthy ingredients, making it a great choice for a light lunch or a side dish at a summer gathering. The artichokes add a unique and savory flavor to the salad, while the sun-dried tomatoes and olives add a touch of sweetness and acidity. With its colorful presentation and delicious taste, this California Pasta Salad with Artichokes is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ARTICHOKE PASTA SALAD



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 22m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 cups cooked bow tie pasta, cooled
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons Herb Oil, recipe follows
1 cup grape tomatoes, split
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 cup roughly chopped roasted chicken
1 cup roughly chopped marinated artichokes
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 bunch parsley
1/2 cup packed fresh basil
1/2 bunch fresh thyme
1/2 cup packed fresh oregano
1/2 orange, zested
1 whole dried arbol chile
1 teaspoon whole black pepper corns
2 cups canola oil
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl toss all of the ingredients. Serve or store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  • In a 1-quart mason jar, place all of the herbs, zest, chile, and peppercorns. Pour both oils into a saucepan and heat to 200 degrees F. Pour the hot oils into the jar and cover with a kitchen towel. Let stand overnight.
  • Place cheesecloth over the top of the jar and replace the outer rim of the lid. Invert and strain oil into desired container.

ARTICHOKE AND PASTA SALAD



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From Cooking Light magazine. I LOVE cold salads in the summertime. This one is exceptional. I often use the artichokes hearts in the jar with olive oil and spices already in it. You may need to adjust for that unless using the plain hearts.

Provided by Pebbles

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
3 cups cooked radiatore (about 5 ounces uncooked short coiled pasta)
2 cups thinly sliced spinach
1 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (one ounce)

Steps:

  • Combined 2 artichoke hearts, olive oil, and the next six ingredients (olive oil through garlic) in a blender or food processor, and process until mixture is smooth.
  • Chop the remaining artichoke hearts.
  • Combine the chopped artichokes, pasta, spinach and chopped tomato in a large bowl.
  • Pour pureed artichoked mixture over pasta mixture, and toss well to coat.
  • Cover and chill 2 hours.
  • Sprinkle with feta cheese.
  • Yields six servings (one cup each).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.6, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 5.6, Sodium 300.7, Carbohydrate 44.4, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 2.6, Protein 9.9

ARTICHOKE PASTA SALAD



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This light Artichoke Pasta Salad makes a perfect portable lunchtime meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Coarse salt and pepper
6 ounces small pasta shells
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest plus 4 teaspoons juice
1/2 cup marinated artichokes, plus 2 tablespoons marinade
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan
2 cups torn escarole

Steps:

  • In a medium pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  • Meanwhile, chop garlic. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and drag the blade of a large knife at an angle across mixture until a paste forms. Add garlic paste to a small bowl, along with mayonnaise, mustard, lemon zest and juice, and artichoke marinade; whisk to combine and season with salt and pepper.
  • Return pasta to pot, add artichokes and dressing, and toss, adding enough pasta water to create a light sauce that coats pasta; stir in Parmesan and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until chilled, 1 hour (or overnight); toss with escarole to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 2 g

QUICK ARTICHOKE PASTA SALAD



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This pasta salad is quick and easy to make. The liquid from the marinated artichoke hearts makes an excellent dressing.

Provided by Maryanne

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 4h20m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup salad macaroni, or other medium-size pasta
1 (6.5 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts
½ cup mushrooms, quartered
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup pitted black olives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ tablespoon dried oregano
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil; add pasta and boil until al dente. Drain well and rinse with cold water.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine pasta, artichoke hearts, mushrooms, tomatoes, olives, parsley, basil, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper; toss well. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Before serving, season the pasta dish with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.7 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 389.8 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

CALIFORNIA PASTA SALAD



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As far as cold pasta salad recipes go, this is one of the best. Not only does it travel well to get-togethers such as picnics or tailgate parties, but people absolutely love it when it gets there. -Jeanette Krembas, Laguna Niguel, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound thin spaghetti, broken into 1-inch pieces
3 large tomatoes, diced
2 medium zucchini, diced
1 large cucumber, diced
1 medium green pepper, diced
1 sweet red pepper, diced
1 large red onion, diced
2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
DRESSING:
1 bottle (16 ounces) Italian salad dressing
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; Drain and rinse in cold water. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the vegetables and olives. , In a large bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over spaghetti mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 567mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CREAMY ARTICHOKE PASTA



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Make a luscious pasta dish with no cheese, cream or butter? Absolutely! The canned artichoke hearts get blended into a creamy sauce that's mixed with roasted red peppers, olives, capers and fresh herbs for a colorful dinner. This is an out-of-the-box, unexpected vegan pasta dish that will delight your family and be easy on the budget.

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound dried fettuccine (see Cook's Note)
Two 14-ounce cans artichoke hearts, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more as needed
1 cup chopped roasted red peppers
1/2 cup kalamata olives, halved
3 tablespoons capers
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions for al dente.
  • Meanwhile, blend the drained artichoke hearts, 1/4 cup water, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a high-powered blender until completely smooth. Set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large high-sided skillet or braiser over medium heat. Add the roasted red peppers, olives, capers and red pepper flakes and sauté until warmed through, about 2 minutes. Stir in the garlic and a drizzle of oil if needed. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic is slightly softened but not brown, about 1 minute. Stir in the blended artichoke hearts, then reduce the heat to low.
  • When the pasta is ready, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and add it directly to the skillet with the artichoke sauce. Add about 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water and toss together until the sauce and water become a cohesive creamy mixture, add more pasta water as needed. Turn off the heat. Add the basil and parsley, toss to combine and serve.

MEDITERRANEAN ARTICHOKE PASTA SALAD



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This salad will keep in the fridge for 3-4 days. It can easily be adapted to feed a large crowd. Any type of pasta will work for this recipe. Stacey

Provided by Stacey Sweet

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb tortellini, cooked al dente
1 cup cooked artichoke heart
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup oil-cured olives (pitted)
1/2 cup parsley
1 lb ripe roma tomatoes or 1 lb plum tomato, chopped coarse
1 cup radicchio, torn
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup fresh basil leaf, torn not bruised

Steps:

  • In a large serving bowl combine all of the ingredients.
  • refridgerate for at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 647.4, Fat 35.7, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 47.7, Sodium 740, Carbohydrate 66.1, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 6.5, Protein 18.1

PEPPERONI-ARTICHOKE PASTA SALAD



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Everyone loves a good pasta salad, and this one will make 'em feel like you fussed. Convenient store-bought dressing, artichoke hearts, olives, pepperoni and mozzarella cubes give it extra flavor and flair. mdash;Clara Coulson Minney, Washington Court House, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup uncooked bow tie pasta
1 cup cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 ounces sliced pepperoni
1 small red onion, halved and sliced
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the mozzarella cheese, artichokes, olives, pepperoni, onion, Parmesan cheese and green pepper., Drain pasta and rinse in cold water. Add to salad. Drizzle with salad dressing and toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 840mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Cook the pasta al dente according to the package directions.
  • Chop the vegetables into uniform pieces so they cook evenly.
  • Marinate the artichokes in the vinaigrette for at least 30 minutes before adding them to the salad.
  • Use a light hand when tossing the salad to prevent the pasta from becoming mushy.
  • Season the salad to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

California pasta salad with artichokes is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is packed with flavor from the fresh vegetables, artichokes, and dressing. This salad is also easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. Whether you are looking for a light lunch or a hearty side dish, California pasta salad with artichokes is sure to please.

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