Best 4 Pasta Salad With Fiddleheads Bacon And Sun Dried Tomatoes Recipes

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Pasta salad is a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer party or picnic. It is also a great way to use up leftover pasta. This recipe for pasta salad with fiddleheads, bacon, and sun-dried tomatoes is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.

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PASTA & SUN-DRIED TOMATO SALAD



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The beauty of this sun-dried tomato pasta salad is that it can be served warm or cold. It's an ideal dish for casual picnics and cookouts. -Dawn Williams, Scottsboro, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (49 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 package (16 ounces) orzo pasta
1/4 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes plus 2 teaspoons oil from the jar
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
4 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
Optional toppings: crumbled feta cheese and chickpeas

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in orzo; return to a boil. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. , Drain orzo; transfer to a large bowl. (Discard broth or save for another use.) Stir in the tomatoes, oil from sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, salt and pepper; cool completely., Add Parmesan cheese and basil; toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve with toppings if desired.

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PASTA SALAD WITH FIDDLEHEADS, BACON, AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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A great way to use fiddlehead ferns. A very tasty late-spring salad. If you can't get fiddleheads you can always use green beans. This salad is great for a BBQ, picnic, or potluck!

Provided by Shannon O'Keefe

Categories     Cucumber Pasta Salad

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package fusilli pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups fiddlehead ferns
3 slices bacon
1 English cucumber, seeded and minced
½ cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
¾ cup vegetable oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the fusilli at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil into drained pasta; stir to coat.
  • Bring a saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the fiddlehead ferns at a boil until tender, 3 to 5 minutes; drain. Rinse the fiddleheads in cold water to stop from further cooking; drain.
  • Cook bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Crumble the bacon once cool enough to handle.
  • Toss the pasta, fiddlehead ferns, crumbled bacon, and cucumber together in a large bowl.
  • Combine sun-dried tomatoes, egg yolk, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and garlic in a bowl. Stream about 1/3 of the vegetable oil into the mixture while whisking vigorously until the mixture begins to emulsify. Stream the remainder of the olive oil into the dressing while whisking; season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing onto the pasta mixture; stir to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 749.7 calories, Carbohydrate 107.3 g, Cholesterol 29.3 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 224.2 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

PASTA SALAD WITH FIDDLEHEADS, BACON, AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



Pasta Salad with Fiddleheads, Bacon, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes image

A great way to use fiddlehead ferns. A very tasty late-spring salad. If you can't get fiddleheads you can always use green beans. This salad is great for a BBQ, picnic, or potluck!

Provided by Shannon O'Keefe

Categories     Cucumber Pasta Salad

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package fusilli pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups fiddlehead ferns
3 slices bacon
1 English cucumber, seeded and minced
½ cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
¾ cup vegetable oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the fusilli at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil into drained pasta; stir to coat.
  • Bring a saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the fiddlehead ferns at a boil until tender, 3 to 5 minutes; drain. Rinse the fiddleheads in cold water to stop from further cooking; drain.
  • Cook bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Crumble the bacon once cool enough to handle.
  • Toss the pasta, fiddlehead ferns, crumbled bacon, and cucumber together in a large bowl.
  • Combine sun-dried tomatoes, egg yolk, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and garlic in a bowl. Stream about 1/3 of the vegetable oil into the mixture while whisking vigorously until the mixture begins to emulsify. Stream the remainder of the olive oil into the dressing while whisking; season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing onto the pasta mixture; stir to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 749.7 calories, Carbohydrate 107.3 g, Cholesterol 29.3 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 224.2 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

FIDDLEHEADS WITH SUNDRIED TOMATOES, ONIONS AND GARLIC



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Fiddlehead ferns are earthy goodness having a flavor similar to asparagus and are available from April through July in many specialty markets.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups fiddlehead ferns
2 teaspoons vegetable oil or 2 teaspoons butter
1/2 cup diced onion
1 tablespoon diced sun-dried tomato packed in oil
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon fresh diced parsley
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

  • Trim and rinse fiddleheads, removing any brown ends or mushy parts.
  • In a large pot bring 2 quarts salted water to a boil. Add fiddleheads and cook 1 minute. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • In a large frying pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Saute onion for 3 minutes.
  • Add fiddleheads. Cook, stirring, until they start to brown, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, garlic, parsley and red pepper flakes, stirring, until garlic is fragrant and just starting to color, about 1 minute. Salt or squeeze lemon to taste. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 33.9, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 5.8, Carbohydrate 2.8, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.9, Protein 0.4

Tips

  • Clean fiddleheads properly: Fiddleheads should be cleaned thoroughly before use. The best way to do this is to rinse them under cold water and then remove the papery outer layer.
  • Cook fiddleheads properly: Fiddleheads can be cooked in a variety of ways, but the most common methods are boiling and sautéing. It's important to cook them properly to avoid a bitter taste. It is recommended to boil them for 5-7 minutes or sauté them for 2-3 minutes.
  • Use a variety of ingredients: This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bacon and sun-dried tomatoes. You can also add other ingredients to your liking, such as hard-boiled eggs, crumbled cheese, or chopped nuts.
  • Serve immediately: Pasta salad is best served immediately after it is made. However, it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conclusion

This pasta salad with fiddleheads, bacon, and sun-dried tomatoes is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. It's perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. The fiddleheads add a unique flavor and texture to the salad, while the bacon and sun-dried tomatoes add a savory and tangy flavor. This salad is sure to be a hit with your friends and family.

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