Pasta salad in a jar is a delightful and convenient meal option that combines the convenience of a jar with the freshness and flavor of a traditional pasta salad. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch to take to work or a refreshing side dish for a potluck, this article will guide you through the process of creating a delicious and satisfying pasta salad in a jar.
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PASTA SALAD IN A JAR
Whether you're packing a picnic or just an office lunch, this Mason jar meal not only helps with portability but also portion control. Starring Three Bridges® Organic Spinach and Cheese Tortellini, colorful veggies, and greens, the final product is definitely Instagram-worthy. Store in the refrigerator for up to a week. When it's time to eat, just shake well and serve!
Provided by m_foodie
Categories Salad Pasta Salad Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini in the boiling water until they float to the top, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain water. Place in the refrigerator to cool, about 15 minutes.
- Layer pesto, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, tortellini, and mache into the canning jar; season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 718.8 calories, Carbohydrate 66.6 g, Cholesterol 75.7 mg, Fat 39.1 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1027.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
END-OF-SUMMER PESTO PASTA SALAD IN A JAR
A simple penne pasta tossed with pesto, tomatoes, and feta is a delish way to ring in football while saying farewell to summer.
Categories tailgating pasta salad pasta salad in a jar pasta salad mason jar recipe pesto pasta salad tailgating recipe pesto tailgating recipe
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Bring a large pot of salted boiling water to a boil. Cook penne according to package directions, until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water, and return to pot.2. Meanwhile, make pesto: In a food processor fitted with a metal blade, blend basil, walnuts, Parmesan, and garlic. Slowly add olive oil in a steady stream. Season with salt.3. Add pesto and 1/4 cup pasta water to pot, stirring until saucy and creamy. (Add more pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.) Add tomatoes and feta and stir until combined.4. Divide pasta among six mason jars and top with additional feta.
PASTA SALAD IN A JAR
If you're planning a picnic, make this pasta a day ahead. For my husband's lunch at work, I sometimes tie a plastic fork on the jar. -Pat Neiheisel, Leetonia, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Drain pasta; rinse with cold water and drain well. Transfer to a large bowl., Add vinaigrette to pasta; toss to coat. Add vegetables, basil, cheese, pepperoni and olives; toss to combine. If desired, transfer to covered jars. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 20g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 690mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
PASTA SALAD-IN-A-JAR
Salads in a jar are so much fun to make and so easy to grab for a quick easy meal on the run! The sky is the limit with what you can do with them, once you master the basic principles. The measurements I'm sharing here are approximate for pint jars. If you're a big eater and would rather have a quart jar, just double them. I'm posting several different salad-in-a-jar recipes, so feel free to try them all!
Provided by Kristina McFeeters
Categories Salad
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- LAYER in a pint jar.
- FILL all the way to the top.
- CLOSE lid tightly.
- REFRIGERATE until ready to use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 558 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 pint, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g
KALE-PASTA MASON JAR SALAD
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the pasta and pine nuts: Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water and add to a bowl. Set aside.
- Add the pine nuts to a small skillet over low heat. Toast slowly over the course of 3 to 4 minutes, tossing regularly. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- For the dressing: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and garlic over low heat so that the garlic slowly infuses the oil, about a minute. When the garlic begins to sizzle, stir it around so it doesn't get too brown. When the garlic starts to turn golden, add the salt and pepper and stir; set aside for 5 minutes.
- After 5 minutes, pour the oil mixture (scraping out the salt, pepper and garlic) into a small mason jar. Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, basil and parsley, put the lid on and shake it.
- For the kale: Finely slice 1 bunch of the kale. Set the same skillet (without cleaning it) over medium-high heat. Add the sliced kale and cook until partly wilted, about 5 minutes. Let cool, then add the Parmesan shavings and toss. Season with salt and pepper.
- Finely slice the remaining 1/2 bunch kale and set aside.
- For the assembly: Start by pouring 1/4 cup dressing into each quart-size mason jar, followed by 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 1/4 cups pasta, 1 tablespoon pine nuts, 1/2 cup cooked kale with Parmesan, 8 to 9 mozzarella balls and, finally, 1/2 cup sliced raw kale. Put the lids on the jars and refrigerate until ready to eat.
Tips:
- Choose the right jar: Wide-mouth jars with tight-fitting lids are ideal for pasta salads. They make it easy to assemble and mix the salad, and they're easy to transport and store.
- Cook the pasta al dente: This means cooking the pasta until it is just tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will become mushy and won't hold up well in a jar.
- Use a variety of vegetables: Vegetables add color, texture, and nutrients to pasta salad. Choose vegetables that will hold up well in a jar, such as cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, and broccoli florets.
- Add some protein: Protein helps to make pasta salad a more filling and satisfying meal. Some good options for protein include grilled chicken, shrimp, tofu, and hard-boiled eggs.
- Use a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what brings all the flavors of the pasta salad together. Choose a dressing that you like and that will complement the other ingredients in the salad.
Conclusion:
Pasta salad in a jar is a delicious and easy way to enjoy a healthy and satisfying meal. With a little planning, you can create a pasta salad that is perfect for your taste and dietary needs. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or dinner option, give pasta salad in a jar a try.
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