Best 12 Veggie Pasta Salad Recipes

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Veggie pasta salad is a refreshing and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a side dish. With its vibrant colors and flavors, it's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and make a healthy and delicious meal. Whether you're a vegetarian or simply looking for a lighter alternative to traditional pasta salads, there's a veggie pasta salad recipe out there that's perfect for you. From classic Italian-inspired dishes to Asian-inspired creations, the possibilities are endless. So grab your favorite veggies, pasta, and dressing and let's dive into the world of veggie pasta salads!

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

VEGGIE PASTA SALAD



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Melissa Marsh of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania shares this colorful pasta salad with fresh veggies in a pleasant balsamic vinegar dressing. Fix a batch ahead of time for sensational meatless meals all week.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces uncooked tricolor spiral pasta
3 small tomatoes, chopped
1 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 cup each chopped celery, sweet red pepper, zucchini and carrots
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the vegetables, vinegar, basil, oil, sugar, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper. , Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into vegetable mixture. Add Parmesan cheese and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

COLORFUL VEGGIE PASTA SALAD



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound fusilli
2 ears corn, husked
1 yellow squash, sliced lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick planks
1 zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick planks
1 orange bell pepper, cut into 1-inch strips
4 scallions
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
3 tablespoons store-bought pesto
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and let cool.
  • Brush the corn, yellow squash, zucchini, bell pepper and scallions lightly with oil and season lightly with salt and pepper. Grill the corn, turning frequently, until cooked through and the kernels are charred, about 10 minutes. Grill the zucchini and squash slices, turning once, until charred but not mushy, about 2 minutes per side. Grill the pepper slices until they are charred on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Grill the scallions whole, turning them frequently, until charred and soft, about 2 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the pesto, olive oil, lemon juice and zest. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Cut the yellow squash, zucchini and bell peppers into 1/2-inch pieces and add them to the bowl with the dressing. Cut the kernels off the corn and add them to the zucchini; chop the scallions and add them, too. Add the pasta and grape tomatoes and gently toss until everything is coated with the dressing. Add the parsley, toss and season to taste. Serve at room temperature.

ITALIAN PASTA VEGGIE SALAD



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This pasta salad recipe calls for a fat-free Italian dressing, your choice of veggies and some fresh ground pepper. Sound good?!

Provided by Rhonda

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

10 ounces fusilli pasta
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 cup chopped mushrooms
¾ cup fat free Italian-style dressing

Steps:

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
  • In a large bowl, combine the pasta, onion, bell pepper, tomatoes and mushrooms. Pour enough dressing over to coat; toss and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.1 g, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 238 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

DILLY VEGGIE PASTA SALAD



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My sister shared the recipe for this fresh crunchy salad seasoned with dill. It's handy because you can assemble and eat it right away...or cover and refrigerate it to take to a picnic or potluck the next day. The longer it chills, the more tangy it is. -Anna Emory-Royal Murfressboro, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2-3/4 cups uncooked medium shell pasta
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1 cup sliced green pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives
DRESSING:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dill weed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl. Add tomatoes, green pepper, cheese, onions and olives. , In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts :

ROASTED VEGGIE PESTO PASTA SALAD



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Yep, it's a mouthful to say and a mouthful of flavor!

Provided by Amanda

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 roma (plum) tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 zucchini, cut into cubes
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
¾ cup prepared pesto sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Spread roma tomatoes, zucchini, green bell pepper, and onion onto a large baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Toss vegetables to coat evenly with oil; season with salt and black pepper.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until vegetables are tender and starting to brown, about 30 minutes. Let vegetables cool.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain and set aside to cool.
  • Peel and discard skins from roma tomatoes. Combine the roasted vegetables, rotini, and pesto in a large bowl. Serve slightly warm or chill if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.7 calories, Carbohydrate 37.2 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 147.4 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

ROASTED VEGGIE PASTA SALAD



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Roasted Veggie Pasta Salad is the perfect way to sneak in a few vegetables to your meal!

Provided by Six Sisters Stuff

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 zucchini (diced)
1/2 red onion (diced)
1 yellow squash (diced)
1 small bunch asparagus (sliced)
1 red bell pepper (diced)
Salt and Pepper, to taste
1 (16 ounce) box Rotini pasta
8 ounces balsamic vinaigrette (we used Kraft's Balsamic Vinaigrette)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Line baking sheet with tinfoil.
  • Spread out chopped vegetables on tin foil and sprinkle with salt and pepper
  • Roast vegetables for 12-15 minutes or until softened, and beginning to brown.
  • While vegetables are cooking, prepare pasta according to box directions.
  • In a large bowl, toss together pasta and cooked vegetables.
  • Pour balsamic dressing over salad and toss until all vegetables and noodles are coated. Feel free to add more or less dressing to your liking.
  • Serve immediately or store in refrigerator.
  • We love this salad the next day when the dressing has soaked into all the vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 2139 kcal, Fat 61 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 2691 mg, Carbohydrate 311 g, Sugar 46 g, Protein 74 mg

TUNA & VEGGIE PASTA SALAD



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A quick & healthy pasta salad recipe with everything you need: veggies, whole grains and lean protein.

Provided by Concoctionista

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained
1/2 cup Miracle Whip
4 ounces nonfat plain yogurt
1/3 cup Italian dressing
4 cups pasta, cooked, rinsed in cool water & drained (any pasta, I used wacky mac veggie spirals)
1 (16 ounce) bag frozen vegetables, cooked and cooled (I used california mix)
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 teaspoon herbes de provence
1 dash celery salt
1 dash dill

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta in water with a dash of salt.
  • Combine all other ingredients in a large bowl with a lid.
  • When pasta is cooked through, drain and rinse in cold water.
  • Add pasta to other ingredients & mix thoroughly.
  • Let sit in fridge for several hours before serving.
  • May be served over a garden salad, baked potato, with crackers. This recipe is versatile & can be tweaked to your taste. Could be made gluten free if use gluten free pasta.

ROASTED VEGGIE PASTA SALAD



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Oven-roasted vegetables mixed with pasta and salad dressing make a tasty meatless entree.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 small butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups water
1 medium eggplant, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 package (16 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place the squash and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and cook for 10 minutes or until tender; drain. , Arrange the squash, eggplant, zucchini, red pepper and onion in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. In a small bowl, whisk oil and marjoram until combined. Drizzle over vegetables. , Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 30 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain. , In a large bowl, combine the pasta and roasted vegetables. Stir in the salad dressing, basil, salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 560mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CHEDDAR DILL AND VEGGIE PASTA SALAD



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Great summer side salad. I use extra sharp cheddar, because in my world, the sharper the better. The recipe calls for fresh dill, which I never have on hand so I always use dry, probably about 1 teaspoon, to taste. I do not remember where I got this, oops, so if someone knows, please let me know so I can put it here! Time to chill not included in cooktime.

Provided by SarahBeth

Categories     Summer

Time 35m

Yield 1 pasta salad, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb penne, rotini or 1 lb radiatore shaped pasta
1 red bell pepper
1 orange bell pepper
1 bunch scallion
1 (3 7/8 ounce) can black olives (sliced or whole does not matter, your pref)
8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta al dente Drain and run under cold water until cool.
  • Chop all the vegetables finely.
  • Once the pasta is completely cooled and dry, mix in the vegetables. Add mayo then dill. Mix very well.
  • Add shredded cheddar and mix well. Chill in the fridge at least two hours to let flavors meld.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 618.6, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 49.9, Sodium 657, Carbohydrate 75.6, Fiber 10.5, Sugar 5.1, Protein 16.5

SUMMER VEGGIE PASTA SALAD



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A great recipe to use all the fresh summer veggies that grow in abundance! Can add or change any veggies to suit your taste or supply.

Provided by AZPARZYCH

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces dry penne pasta (2-1/3 cups)
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
6 -8 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 medium zucchini, trimmed and cut into matchstick-size strips (8 oz., 2 cups)
8 ounces sugar snap peas, strings removed
2 cups cherries or 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 shallot, finely chopped (3 Tbsp.)
1 tablespoon sherry wine vinegar or 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
asiago cheese, finely shredded (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boiling; add pasta and cook according to package directions. Drain and rinse pasta under cold water; drain again. Transfer pasta to a large bowl.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic; cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Add zucchini; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add snap peas; cook 30 seconds. Stir in tomatoes; cook 30 seconds or until beginning to soften. Transfer vegetable mixture to pasta bowl; toss well.
  • For shallot-mustard dressing, in a small bowl combine shallot, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper. Slowly whisk in remaining oil; stir in parsley. Pour dressing over pasta mixture; toss well.
  • Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or up to 3 days to allow flavors to meld. Before serving, sprinkle each serving with Asiago cheese.

CHUNKY VEGGIE PASTA SALAD



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You can vary this salad on the season or your own preferences. Mushrooms, sliced cucumber and diced or shredded carrots taste good in it. To make a main-dish salad, simply add shredded cheddar cheese and cubed cooked ham.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup uncooked small pasta
1/4 cup small cauliflowerets
1/4 cup small broccoli florets
1/4 cup diced seeded tomato
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup diced onion
2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a bowl, combine pasta with remaining ingredients; toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts :

VEGGIE PASTA SALAD



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This is a different and healthy pasta salad. Use whole-grain or low-carb pasta if you like and substitute veggies to suit your taste. Wear plastic gloves while chopping hot pepper and be sure you don't touch your eyes or nose.

Provided by janet7th

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (8 ounce) package pasta spirals
¼ cup diced sweet onion
1 green bell pepper, seeded and minced
½ fresh hot chile pepper, seeded and minced
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 cucumber, seeded and chopped
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup tomato sauce
¼ cup lime juice
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the pasta spirals at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain. Rinse pasta with cold water until cool; drain.
  • Toss drained pasta, sweet onion, green bell pepper, chile pepper, tomatoes, and cucumber together in a large bowl.
  • Whisk olive oil, tomato sauce, lime juice, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper together in a separate bowl; drizzle over the pasta mixture and stir to coat.
  • Chill in refrigerator 2 hours; stir to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 336.3 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • If you're short on time, use pre-cooked pasta or rotisserie chicken.
  • Don't overcook the pasta, or it will become mushy.
  • Be generous with the dressing, but don't drown the salad.
  • Add some fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley, for an extra burst of flavor.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Veggie pasta salad is a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or a side dish. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give veggie pasta salad a try!

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