CLASSIC PICNIC PASTA SALAD

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Bulk up this delicious pasta salad with broccoli, peas, ham and provolone.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 14

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 cup bite-sized broccoli florets
8 ounces dried fusilli pasta
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup diced ham
1/2 cup diced provolone
1/4 cup sliced pitted black olives
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup diced salami

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk the mayonnaise, parsley, sour cream, chives, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper together in a large bowl.
  • Cook the broccoli in the boiling water until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the water with a slotted spoon and transfer to a colander. Run under cold water to stop the cooking process. Add the broccoli to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Three minutes before the pasta is done, add the peas to the pot. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Add to the bowl.
  • Add the ham, provolone, olives, onion and salami to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

Edafe God'doer Moreriches
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I've made this pasta salad for years, and it's always a favorite. It's the perfect dish to bring to a party or potluck.


Meriache Sarah
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This pasta salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and it's always a hit at picnics and potlucks.


Emiliano
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I love making this pasta salad for my family. It's always a hit, and it's so easy to make.


Midnight Moonlight
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or ham.


Nayalin Duarte
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I've tried a lot of pasta salad recipes, but this one is my favorite. It's the perfect combination of flavors and textures.


Lefoko Ezekiel
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This pasta salad is so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love that I can make it ahead of time, too.


nerab debnath
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I love the addition of the Italian dressing in this pasta salad. It gives it a really nice flavor.


PAROSH MANDOL
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This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Lebogang Olifant
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I've been making this pasta salad for years, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dish for a potluck or picnic.


Michelle Hall
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This is my go-to pasta salad recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser, and it's so easy to make. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Angela Hibbert
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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes, and this one is a keeper. It's easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends.


Zanetta Ruby
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I usually add whatever I have on hand, such as chopped carrots, celery, cucumbers, and tomatoes.


Precious Martie Mtizira
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I love how versatile this pasta salad is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add some chopped hard-boiled eggs and crumbled bacon.


Oscar Leal Jr (SILIS Productions)
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This pasta salad is perfect for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and the vegetables add a nice crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Elise Luetjen
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I'm not a huge fan of pasta salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Tanvirislam Islam
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. I usually make it the night before a picnic or potluck so that the flavors have time to meld. It's always a hit!


Touseef Mkhan
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I love this pasta salad! It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I like to add some chopped red onion and celery for a little extra crunch.


Fahad Bhatti
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This was my first time making pasta salad, and it was a success! The salad was easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making it again.


Thui mong GAMER
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The flavors were well-balanced and the salad was very refreshing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Seboka Mashigo
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This pasta salad was the hit of my picnic! Everyone raved about it, and I couldn't keep it stocked. I'll definitely be making it again for my next gathering.