Best 5 Tarragon Pasta Salad Recipes

Tarragon pasta salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. With its bright flavors and vibrant colors, this salad is sure to be a hit with your friends and family. The combination of fresh tarragon, zesty lemon, creamy mayonnaise, and al dente pasta creates a delicious and satisfying salad that is both light and refreshing. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a side dish for a special occasion, tarragon pasta salad is a great choice.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TARRAGON PASTA SALAD

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The refreshing tuna salad with pasta and a savory tarragon dressing make a colorful and flavorful addition to any summer lunch or picnic menu. The recipe can be easily doubled if you need to feed a hungry crowd.-Toni Churchin, Irvine, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

8 ounces bow tie pasta, cooked and drained
1 can (9 ounces) tuna in water, drained and flaked
1/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup sliced green onions
3/4 cup Miracle Whip
4 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the pasta, tuna, red pepper and onions. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients. Pour over salad and toss gently. Chill for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 calories, Fat 23g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 493mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

MIXED SALAD WITH TARRAGON

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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced (peel a seeded cucumber, rinse a seedless cucumber with peel left on)
1 ripe tomato, quartered and thinly sliced
1 small red onion or 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 large or 2 medium romaine hearts, washed and chopped
3 to 4 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves or 2 teaspoons dried
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar or white wine
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Sesame seeds, for garnish

Steps:

Combine all the vegetables and tarragon in a serving bowl. Dress salad with vinegar, oil, and salt and pepper, to taste. Garnish the salad with lots of sesame seeds when ready to serve.

TARRAGON POTATO SALAD

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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories lunch, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 pounds red-skinned potatoes
2 egg yolks
1 to 2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar (or more to taste)
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup safflower oil
1/2 to 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped tarragon
4 to 6 tablespoons chopped red onion

Steps:

Boil the potatoes until they are cooked. Meanwhile, make the mayonnaise.
Beat the egg yolks in a bowl with a whisk until they are thick and sticky. Add the vinegar and mustard and beat some more.
Gradually add a few drops of safflower oil and whisk them in. Continue adding safflower and olive oils, increasing the amount as you go, until you have a smooth emulsion. (If you add the oil too quickly and the mayonnaise curdles, add another egg yolk.) Season with salt and pepper.
Drain the potatoes and cut them in slices or quarters. Place them in a large serving bowl and coat with the mayonnaise. Add the herbs and onion and toss gently, taking care not to break the potatoes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve at room temperature (do not refrigerate unless the weather is very hot and the salad has to be made way ahead of serving time).

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 373, UnsaturatedFat 27 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 366 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

THE ULTIMATE PASTA SALAD

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The tri-colored pasta along with the variety of vegetables, pepperoni, cheeses and spices is what makes this pasta salad out of this world. Great to take to a BBQ on those warm summer nights. This salad tastes wonderful right after you make it, but is best served the day after.

Provided by Helene Rose-Carson

Categories Salad Pasta Salad

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked tri-colored spiral pasta
1 head fresh broccoli, cut into bite size pieces
1 head fresh cauliflower, chopped into bite size pieces
1 red onion, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
8 ounces pepperoni slices, cut into quarters
1 (8 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, cut into cubes
1 (6 ounce) can large pitted black olives, drained and sliced
½ cup olive oil, or to taste
½ cup red wine vinegar, or to taste
salt and pepper to taste
Italian seasoning to taste

Steps:

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and chill 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Toss chilled pasta with the broccoli, cauliflower, red onion, garlic, pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, olives, olive oil, and red wine vinegar. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Chill in the refrigerator until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 31.5 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 572.1 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

TUNA TARRAGON PASTA SALAD

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My husband and I love the unique flavor of the tuna pasta salad at our local Sweet Tomatoes restaurant. The natural sweetness from the tarragon blends beautifully with the mild tuna. I developed this recipe at home and it comes really close to real thing...maybe even surpassing it. The restaurant chain uses a mixed pasta consisting of broken spinach fettucini, broken regular fettucini and sea shells, but I don't usually keep all those pastas on-hand. I also took the liberty of adding peas (I just love peas and tuna together).

Provided by Mercy

Categories Tuna

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise or 1 cup salad dressing
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice or 1 tablespoon vinegar
1 tablespoon dried tarragon
1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard
1 teaspoon sugar (1 to 2 teaspoons, to taste)
2 (12 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained (or albacore)
2 cups frozen green peas, no need to thaw
1 lb shell pasta, cooked to al dente, drained and cooled
1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/8 teaspoon pepper (to taste)

Steps:

Whisk together the first six (dressing) ingredients.
Fold in the tuna and peas.
Toss in the pasta.
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Chill at least two hours before serving.
The pasta will absorb the dressing, the flavors will blend and the dried tarragon flavor will really blossom.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 670.8, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 68.6, Sodium 892.3, Carbohydrate 74.9, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 7.2, Protein 41.7

Tips:

Fresh Ingredients: Use fresh herbs, vegetables, and pasta for the best flavor and texture.
Don't Overcook the Pasta: Cook the pasta al dente according to the package instructions to prevent it from becoming mushy.
Chill the Pasta Salad: Chill the pasta salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Use a Variety of Vegetables: Add different vegetables to your pasta salad for a colorful and nutritious dish.
Experiment with Different Herbs: Tarragon is the traditional herb for this salad, but you can also try basil, parsley, or cilantro.
Add Some Protein: Add some grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu to your pasta salad for a more substantial meal.
Make it a Main Course: Serve the pasta salad with a side of bread or salad for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Tarragon pasta salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer gatherings or potlucks. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its bright flavors and colorful ingredients, tarragon pasta salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or get-together.