Best 11 Tomato And Blue Cheese Pasta Salad Recipes

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Are you craving a flavorful and refreshing twist on the classic pasta salad? Look no further than the tantalizing tomato and blue cheese pasta salad. This delectable dish combines the sweet and tangy flavors of ripe tomatoes with the bold and creamy taste of blue cheese, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch option, a side dish for your next potluck, or a light and flavorful dinner, this tomato and blue cheese pasta salad is sure to hit the spot.

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

BLUE CHEESE PASTA SALAD



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Blue cheese lovers celebrate! A blue cheese vinaigrette tossed with your favorite veggies: cherry tomatoes, crisp broccoli, avocado, and toasted almonds. For a lighter, less strong flavor, you can substitute feta cheese.

Provided by Carey | World of Pastabilities

Time 28m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

7-8 ounces of short pasta (I used our Dollar Sign shapes! About half a bag)
1 head broccoli, cut small florets only
1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved (I used red and yellow tomatoes for color)
1-2 avocados, diced
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds + more for garnish
Fresh basil leaves, julienned, for garnish (optional)
1 cup dressing (see below)
Salt and pepper to taste
Dressing:
4 green onions, chopped
2/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar (can sub white wine vinegar)
1 cup blue cheese crumbles (or substitute feta cheese for a lighter taste)
1 t. kosher salt
1/2 t. black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all dressing ingredients in a bowl and whisk until thoroughly combined, or place all ingredients in a mason jar or jelly jar with lid on tight, and shake until combined. May make ahead a few days and store in fridge.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, rinse with cold water.
  • Combine pasta with broccoli, tomatoes, avocado, and almonds and toss with dressing.
  • Serve and top with additional toasted almonds and fresh basil if desired.
  • Adjust seasonings to taste!

TOMATO BLUE CHEESE PASTA SALAD



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Make and share this Tomato Blue Cheese Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Punky Julster

Categories     Penne

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) box of mini penne pasta, cooked and cooled to room temp
2 cups cherry tomatoes or 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup small fresh basil leaves, lightly packed or 4 tablespoons dried basil
1 1/2 cups finely crumbled blue cheese
4 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, toss tomatoes, basil, cheese, oil and vinegar.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Toss refrigerated mixture with cooled pasta and let stand at room temp for 15 minutes before serving.

BLUE CHEESE AND TOMATO SALAD



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Provided by Claire Robinson

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup garlic infused olive oil
3/4 cup (6 ounces) Greek yogurt (fat-free is good here)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
Water
4 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced 1/2-inch thick (different colors are best here)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, yogurt, Worcestershire and salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in the blue cheese; and add a little water if it's too thick, until desired consistency. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
  • To serve arrange the tomatoes on serving plates and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Top with creamy dressing and enjoy!

TOMATO AND FRESH MOZZARELLA PASTA SALAD



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Turn a classic caprese salad into a filling meal with fusilli and a white wine vinaigrette.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 small shallot, minced
8 ounces dried fusilli
2 cups halved grape tomatoes
2 cups diced fresh mozzarella
1 cup torn fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, shallot, 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 tomatoes, mozzarella and basil to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.
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HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE



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Categories     Salad     Cheese     Tomato     Appetizer     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Blue Cheese     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 1/2-inch-thick slices crusty bread
4 large garlic cloves, halved
3 tablespoons plus 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup currant or grape tomatoes or halved cherry or pear tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped green onions
10 medium heirloom tomatoes of assorted colors, cored, thinly sliced
1 small red onion, sliced paper-thin
3 celery stalks, sliced thin on diagonal
1 1/2 cups coarsely crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Rub bread with cut garlic halves; brush bread with 3 tablespoons oil. Combine remaining 1/3 cup oil, currant tomatoes, and green onions in medium bowl; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Overlap tomato slices in concentric circles on platter, alternating colors. Scatter onion and celery slices over tomatoes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spoon tomato and green onion mixture over. Sprinkle with crumbled cheese.
  • Grill bread until golden, about 2 minutes per side. Cut each slice diagonally in half; serve with salad.

HAM AND BLUE CHEESE PASTA SALAD



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When I first saw this recipe, it piqued my interest. It flopped at first, but after some adjustments, this salad's become a real winner in our home.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
2 cups julienned fully cooked ham
1/3 cup crumbled blue or feta cheese
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted
Grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Transfer to a large bowl., Stir in the ham, blue cheese, parsley, garlic, rosemary and pepper. Add oil and pecans; mix well. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

TOMATO, CAPER, OLIVE AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Cheese     Olive     Tomato     No-Cook     Low Carb     Quick & Easy     Blue Cheese     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 large tomatoes, sliced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
5 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup halved pitted Kalamata olives
1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese (about 2 ounces)
2 tablespoons drained capers
4 anchovies, drained, chopped (optional)
Fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Arrange tomatoes on large platter. Drizzle with vinegar, then oil. Sprinkle very lightly with salt and generously with pepper. Sprinkle with olives, blue cheese, capers and anchovies, if desired. Garnish with basil leaves and serve.

BLUE CHEESE PASTA SALAD



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Make and share this Blue Cheese Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Divinemom5

Categories     Steak

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 cup plain nonfat yogurt
2 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise
2 ounces blue cheese, finely crumbled
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (12 ounce) round steaks, trimmed of all fat,thinly sliced
1/2 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile,combine yogurt,mayonnaise,blue cheese,salt and pepper in large bowl.
  • Heat large non-stick skillet,Swirl in oil,then add garlic.
  • Saute 30 seconds.
  • Add beef in two batches,cook til just browned,about 2 minutes.
  • Drain pasta,add to bowl with yogurt dressing.
  • Add steak and tomatoes,toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.2, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 40.5, Sodium 292.3, Carbohydrate 32.3, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 3.8, Protein 20.2

TOMATO, FRESH FIG AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



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Whether you get them from your backyard garden or the local farmers' market, tomatoes are one of summer's sweetest staples. In the kitchen, one of the best things a cook can do with a surfeit of ripe summer tomatoes is not to cook them. With such tasty beauties available (and given the tomato-pleasing heat), salads make more sense. Start simply by slicing big tomatoes into rounds and cutting smaller ones into wedges and the cherry and grape varieties in half. Very gently toss them with fresh herbs, balsamic vinegar, olive oil and good salt. Use whatever you've got to hand to dress up the pile. Here, we've used some crumbled blue cheese for tang, fresh figs for sweetness and a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts for crunch.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons pine nuts
1 large or 2 small ripe tomatoes, about 8 ounces, thinly sliced
1/2 pound fresh figs, cut into quarters
1 ounce crumbled blue cheese, like Fourme d'Ambert, more to taste
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar and salt. Whisk in oil.
  • In a small skillet over medium-low heat, toast pine nuts, shaking the pan occasionally, until light golden, about 2 minutes.
  • Spread tomato slices on a large plate. Scatter fig quarters and pine nuts over tomatoes. Sprinkle with cheese and thyme, drizzle with dressing and finish with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 237, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 230 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams

WATERMELON AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



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Refreshing summer salad of watermelon and blue cheese. Great for summer picnics.

Provided by PRINCESSCOOK1

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup light olive oil
¼ cup white balsamic vinegar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
5 pounds watermelon, cut into bite-size cubes
1 small sweet onion (such as Vidalia®), thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, or more to taste
6 ounces crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until smooth.
  • Mix watermelon, onion, and mint together in a separate bowl. Drizzle dressing over watermelon mixture and add blue cheese; toss well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 201.3 mg, Sugar 12.8 g

BLUE CHEESE ORZO SALAD



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The crunch of walnuts and bacon is a pleasant contrast to the creamy rice-shaped pasta. The blue cheese and arugula lend a satisfying, savory quality.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta
3 cups fresh arugula, torn
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
WALNUT VINAIGRETTE:
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, peeled
1 teaspoon Creole or stone-ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions; drain and place in a large bowl. Stir in the arugula, bacon, blue cheese, onions and walnuts., In a blender, combine the first six vinaigrette ingredients; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Pour over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Fat 27g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 692mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

Tips:

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This is key for a delicious pasta salad. Choose tomatoes that are deep red and juicy.
  • Use a good quality blue cheese. There are many different types of blue cheese available, so choose one that you enjoy the flavor of.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. Pasta should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Let the pasta salad cool completely before serving. This will help the flavors to meld together.
  • Garnish the pasta salad with fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley. This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Tomato and blue cheese pasta salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for summer. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a light lunch or a hearty dinner, this pasta salad is sure to please.

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