Best 8 Creamy Summer Pasta Salad With Belgioioso Shaved Parmesan Recipes

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Creamy summer pasta salad with BelGioioso shaved Parmesan is a dish that is both refreshing and delicious, perfect for a light summer meal or a potluck. The creamy dressing, made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and herbs, coats the pasta and vegetables, while the shaved Parmesan adds a salty, nutty flavor. This dish is also versatile and can be easily customized to your liking, by adding different vegetables, proteins, or cheeses.

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CREAMY SUMMER PASTA SALAD WITH BELGIOIOSO SHAVED PARMESAN



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Fusilli pasta is tossed with sauteed tomatoes, kale, and zucchini and a creamy rosemary-infused dressing. Serve topped with almonds and Parmesan cheese.

Provided by BelGioioso Cheese

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Bel Gioioso

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package fusilli pasta
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups chopped green onions
3 tablespoons minced garlic
6 cups chopped kale
2 cups cherry tomatoes
4 zucchini, cubed
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary, or more to taste
8 ounces BelGioioso Mascarpone cheese
Sliced or chopped raw almonds
1 cup shaved BelGioioso Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in salted water according to the package instructions.
  • While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a 12-14 inch skillet or saute pan. Add onions and saute until soft and glassy, but not brown. Add garlic and cook for a minute stirring constantly. Add kale and cook until it is soft but still bright green and textured, about 2 minutes. Add cherry tomatoes and zucchini, season with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Drain pasta into a large bowl, add Mascarpone and rosemary, stir well. Stir in the kale-tomato mixture. Top with almonds and shaved BelGioioso Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.3 calories, Carbohydrate 54.4 g, Cholesterol 53.8 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 204.6 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

CREAMY PARMESAN PASTA SALAD WITH WHITE BEANS AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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Cannellini beans and sun-dried tomatoes mingle with farfalle in a creamy Parmesan and oregano dressing.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
1/4 teaspoon finely grated garlic
8 ounces dried farfalle
One 15-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, Parmesan, sour cream, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Add the cannellini beans, sun-dried tomatoes and celery to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

SUMMERTIME PASTA SALAD



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Nothing says summer quite like a cool pasta salad with loads of vegetables! Best of all, this recipe calls for frozen vegetables, so it's perfect when you don't have time to slice and dice fresh produce.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2-1/2 cups uncooked spiral pasta
1 package (10 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables
2/3 cup ranch salad dressing
1/3 cup Italian salad dressing
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
2 small tomatoes, diced

Steps:

  • In a large kettle, cook pasta according to package directions. Place frozen vegetables in strainer. Pour cooked pasta and water over vegetables to thaw; rinse and drain well. In a small bowl or jar with tight-fitting lid, combine salad dressings, dill and garlic salt until smooth. Place pasta mixture in a large bowl. Add tomatoes and dressing; stir gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

CREAMY PASTA SALAD



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"I love creating new and tasty foods, including this popular side-dish salad," Lori Menard writes from Omaha, Nebraska. "I make it often for my husband and me, especially during the summer months. If you add some cooked chicken breast, you can make this a meal for two."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup cooked spiral pasta
1/3 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons chopped onion
3 tablespoons chopped cucumber
3 tablespoons chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons sliced pepperoncini
2 radishes, sliced
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup ranch salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 1021mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CREAMY PARMESAN PASTA SALAD



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Farmers' market basil and produce mixed with bow-ties and Parmesan make the perfect pasta salad to serve at your next backyard get-together.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 1/2 cups uncooked farfalle (bow-tie) pasta, (9 ounces)
2 cups snow (Chinese) pea pods, strings removed (12 ounces)
2 large red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces (2 cups)
2 medium carrots (1 cup)
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (2 ounces)
1 cup light creamy Caesar dressing
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package, adding pea pods for last minute of cooking. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  • Meanwhile, mix bell peppers, carrots, basil and cheese in very large (4-quart) bowl. Mix dressing and milk in small bowl with wire whisk. Add dressing mixture, pasta and pea pods to bell pepper mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg

CREAMY SUMMER PASTA SALAD WITH BELGIOIOSO SHAVED PARMESAN



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Fusilli pasta is tossed with sauteed tomatoes, kale, and zucchini and a creamy rosemary-infused dressing. Serve topped with almonds and Parmesan cheese.

Provided by BelGioioso Cheese

Categories     Pasta Salad

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package fusilli pasta
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups chopped green onions
3 tablespoons minced garlic
6 cups chopped kale
2 cups cherry tomatoes
4 zucchini, cubed
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary, or more to taste
8 ounces BelGioioso Mascarpone cheese
Sliced or chopped raw almonds
1 cup shaved BelGioioso Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in salted water according to the package instructions.
  • While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a 12-14 inch skillet or saute pan. Add onions and saute until soft and glassy, but not brown. Add garlic and cook for a minute stirring constantly. Add kale and cook until it is soft but still bright green and textured, about 2 minutes. Add cherry tomatoes and zucchini, season with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Drain pasta into a large bowl, add Mascarpone and rosemary, stir well. Stir in the kale-tomato mixture. Top with almonds and shaved BelGioioso Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.3 calories, Carbohydrate 54.4 g, Cholesterol 53.8 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 204.6 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

THE BEST CREAMY PASTA SALAD RECIPE



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The absolute BEST Creamy Pasta Salad made with broccoli, cucumbers, olives, cheese, red onion, red pepper, and broccoli then tossed in a sweet and tangy dressing. This is the perfect pasta salad for parties and potlucks!

Provided by Elyse

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package Ditalini pasta (or whatever pasta you have on hand)
1 cup broccoli florets (chopped)
1/2 red onion (minced)
1 red bell pepper (minced)
1 cucumber (diced)
1 (3.8 ounce) can sliced olives (drained)
1 cup block Colby Jack cheese (cubed)
1 cup Mayonnaise
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Rinse well with cold water until pasta is cold.
  • Place cooked and cooled pasta in a large mixing or serving bowl.
  • Mix in broccoli florets, red onion, red bell pepper, cucumber, sliced olives and cheese.
  • Whisk together all dressing ingredients and pour over pasta and other ingredients.
  • Gently fold in dressing until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

CREAMY PARMESAN PASTA



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Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package Rigatoni Pasta
3 Tablespoons butter
3 teaspoons minced garlic
3 Tablespoons flour
3/4 cup whipping cream
1 cup chicken broth
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 1/2 cups fresh shredded Parmesan Cheese
3 teaspoons dried parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a stock pot according to package directions.
  • In a saucepan melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add in minced garlic and flour. Cook and whisk until it's combined and starts to thicken.
  • Add in cream, chicken broth, salt and pepper.
  • Continue to cook and stir until the mixture thickens up. Reduce the heat to low and stir constantly as it thickens.
  • Remove pan from heat and add in the Parmesan cheese and parsley. The cheese will begin to melt, so stir until all combined well.
  • Drain the cooked pasta. Add the cheese mixture to the hot pasta.
  • Stir until mixed together well.
  • Sprinkle with additional cheese and parsley for serving.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 1693 kcal, Fat 141 g, SaturatedFat 84 g, Cholesterol 344 mg, Sodium 3786 mg, Carbohydrate 35 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 64 mg

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe summer vegetables.
  • Cook the pasta al dente according to the package instructions.
  • If you don't have BelGioioso Shaved Parmesan, you can use another hard cheese, such as Parmigiano-Reggiano or Asiago.
  • To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Toss the pasta, vegetables, and dressing together until evenly coated.
  • Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, or oregano.

Conclusion:

This creamy summer pasta salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer potluck or picnic. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. The combination of fresh vegetables, creamy dressing, and shaved Parmesan cheese is sure to please everyone at the table.

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