Best 7 Hot Pasta Salad Recipes

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Hot pasta salad is a delightful dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or side dish. It is a versatile and customizable dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, making it a great option for any occasion. From classic Italian flavors to bold and spicy combinations, there is a hot pasta salad recipe to suit every taste. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a dinner party, a hot pasta salad is a surefire crowd-pleaser.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

HOT DOG PASTA SALAD



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The original recipe for this - which I've modified a bit - has been sitting in my computer recipe file for a long time - and I have no idea where it came from. At first I figured it was from the internet, but when I went looking with all my usual searching tools, I couldn't find it, so maybe it just showed up as an email virus attachment and parked itself in my recipe file, quietly waiting until I went insane enough to look for a salad recipe using hot dogs. Well, it happened one day last month and I decided to give it a go. I was sufficiently impressed with the results to share it with you. Oh, and kids seem to like this quite a lot as well. If you're going to serve it to little ones, make sure to cut the hot dogs up smaller (not just into circles) so as to avoid choking possiblities. Enjoy!

Provided by ThatBobbieGirl

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 ounces macaroni or 6 ounces other small salad-type pasta
5 hot dogs, boiled and sliced in rounds (or smaller bits for young children to avoid choking hazard)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon yellow mustard (no substitutes)
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
salt and pepper (may omit)
1/3 cup thinly sliced sweet gherkin
2 green onions, thinly sliced (use both green and white parts) or 1/8 cup chopped yellow onion

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions, just until tender.
  • Drain and rinse well with cold water.
  • Meanwhile, cook hot dogs as desired- grill'em, boil'em or pan-fry; cool enough to handle, then slice into circles.
  • If small children will be eating this, cut the circles in halves or quarters to avoid choking hazards.
  • Combine mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar and salt & pepper in small bowl.
  • Place hot dogs and pasta in large bowl and add remaining ingredients.
  • Pour dressing over and toss gently with two spoons until all the bits are coated with dressing.
  • Chill for two hours or longer in refrigerator before serving.

HOT DOG PASTA SALAD



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Kids will gladly dive into this pasta salad featuring their favorites--from hot dogs to crunchy shoestring potatoes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (1 pound) hot dog
1 package Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad® classic pasta salad mix
3 tablespoons cold water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 ounces process cheese spread loaf, shredded (1 cup)
1 cup shoestring potatoes, if desired

Steps:

  • Make 1/4-inch-deep diagonal slashes 1/2 inch apart in each hot dog. Grill hot dogs uncovered 4 to 5 inches from medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, turning frequently, until hot and slashes begin to open. Cut completely through slashes. Refrigerate hot dog pieces.
  • Empty Pasta mix into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir together Seasoning mix, oil and cold water in large bowl; set aside.
  • Drain pasta; rinse with cool water. Shake to drain well. Stir pasta, hot dog pieces and remaining ingredients into seasoning mixture. Serve immediately, or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1820 mg

HOT PASTA SALAD



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I know that pasta salads have had a bad rap, but I really like them. This one is delicious with fantastic lemon flavor, tuna and crisp veggies. Enjoy! (This recipe uses canned tune. I haven't tried using fresh tuna yet, but I will next time. I think maybe I'll grill it and slice it up, still pink... yum!) Derived from BBC's "Good Food" magazine (March 2007) with some variations.

Provided by IngridNL

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

300 g penne
1 cup frozen peas
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 lemon, juice of
200 g tuna in olive oil
2 red peppers, seeded, sliced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
rocket
1 carrot, thinly sliced
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to directions.
  • Cook the peas according to directions.
  • In another bowl, mix the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and 1 T of the tuna oil and mix.
  • Drain the rest of the oil from the tuna.
  • Mix the tuna with the mayo mixture.
  • Drain the pasta and toss with the mayo mixture, peppers, onion, and carrot.
  • Sprinkle the rocket and Parmesan over the top just before serving.

HOT BACON AND PASTA SALAD



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Dinner made easy with Betty Crocker® Suddenly Salad® classic salad mix. Have this delicious bacon salad ready in just 25 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 box (7.75 oz) Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad® classic salad mix
4 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup sliced onion
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
4 cups baby spinach
1 pear, cut into bite-size pieces
4 oz blue cheese, crumbled (1 cup)

Steps:

  • Fill 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of water; heat to boiling. Add Pasta. Gently boil, uncovered, 12 minutes, stirring occasionally; drain. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain well.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook bacon and onion, stirring occasionally, until bacon is crisp. Transfer bacon and onion to large bowl with slotted spoon, reserving bacon drippings. Stir Seasoning mix from packet, vinegar, brown sugar, oil and mustard into drippings.
  • In large bowl, toss bacon and onion mixture, spinach, pear and dressing until mixed; stir in cooked pasta. Sprinkle cheese over top of salad. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1530 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 0 g

HOT ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD



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Southeast Washington is a prime growing area for asparagus, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried using this delicious vegetable. Because it has shrimp and ham, this salad is hearty enough to be served as a main dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2-2/3 cups uncooked spiral pasta
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/4 inch slice fresh gingeroot, minced, optional
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1/2 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons water
1/4 pound fully cooked ham, julienned or cubed
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained or 1 cup sliced celery
1/3 cup sliced ripe olives
DRESSING:
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute garlic and ginger if desired in oil over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes. Add asparagus, shrimp and water; cook until asparagus is crisp-tender and shrimp are cooked, about 8 minutes. , Stir in ham, water chestnuts or celery and olives. Remove from the heat. Drain pasta and place in a large salad bowl; add asparagus mixture. Cover with foil. Combine dressing ingredients; pour over salad and toss. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

HOT OR COLD PASTA SALAD



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This recipe is from cookbook #1. Easy recipe and any ingredients can be added or subtracted according to family likes and dislikes.Great for buffet or cookout as it is good hot or cold.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb ground beef
1/2 c chopped onion
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
1 dash(es) cayenne pepper, optional
1 lb pkg. pasta elbow or spiral, cooked and drained
3/4 c grated sharp cheese
3/4 c hot water
10 oz pkg. frozen green peas, rinsed under hot water
2 c chopped celery
1/4 c sweet pickle relish or corn relish
1 medium tomato, diced
1/4 c chopped or sliced black or green olives or both
1/2 c miracle whip salad dressing or ranch dressing
1 tsp dry mustard
2 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp granulated sugar,optional

Steps:

  • 1. Cook and stir ground beef and onion in electric skillet or a large 10-inch skillet until meat is no longer pink; add worcestershire sauce and a dash of cayenne pepper if desired.
  • 2. Stir in cooked and drained pasta, cheese and water. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; cover and simmer,for 5 minutes.
  • 3. Mix peas, celery, relish, tomato and olives in a small bowl. In a large bowl combine and whisk together the salad dressing, mustard, lemon juice,and sugar,if using.
  • 4. Stir ground beef mixture and vegetables into the salad dressing mixture. Serve immediately or ,if desired, cover and refrigerate until chilled, at least 3 hours. Stir and serve.

HOT BACON AND PASTA SALAD



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This is a very good recipe, especially for the busy woman. It's delicious. This is one that I received from another source and couldn't wait to try, and I certainly enjoyed it, so I wanted to share with my JAP friends.

Provided by Linda Griffith

Categories     Salads

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box betty crocker, suddenly salad classic salad mix
4 slice bacon cut into 1 inch pieces
1/4 c onion, sliced
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp packed brown sugar
1 Tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil
1/4 tsp dijon mustard
4 c baby spinach
1 medium pear, cut into bite-size pieces
1 c blue cheese, crumbled
8 or 10 pepperoncini peppers, whole

Steps:

  • 1. Fill 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of water; heat to boiling. Add Pasta. Gently boil, uncovered, 12 minutes, stirring occasionally; drain. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain well. Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook bacon and onion, stirring occasionally, until bacon is crisp. Transfer bacon and onion to large bowl with slotted spoon, reserving bacon drippings. Stir Seasoning mix from packet, vinegar, brown sugar, oil and mustard into drippings. In large bowl, toss bacon and onion mixture, spinach, peppers, pear and dressing until mixed; stir in cooked pasta. Sprinkle cheese over top of salad. Serve warm.

Tips for the Best Hot Pasta Salad:

  • Use high-quality pasta. This will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for pasta that is made with durum wheat and has a good texture.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means cooking it until it is just tender, but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and won't hold up well in the salad.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, color, and texture to the salad. Some good options include broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, celery, bell peppers, and zucchini.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings. There are many different ways to dress a hot pasta salad. Try a simple vinaigrette, a creamy dressing, or a pesto sauce.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs. This will add a pop of flavor and color to the dish.

Conclusion:

Hot pasta salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed all year round. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give hot pasta salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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