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    34 Crazy Good Cold Pasta Salad Recipes

    Lori Lange
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    • Pasta salads are popular for summer parties because they are easy to make, travel well, and can sit out on a buffet table without constant chilling.

    Classic Macaroni Salad

    The prime summer entertaining season is in full swing! Long lazy days (and nights) made for cookouts and backyard barbecues. If you happen to be invited to a summer soiree this year, there is one dish you can bring that will be a hit every single time— pasta salad.

    Pasta salads are so popular because they're so easy to make, travel well and usually don't require constant chilling, so they can sit out on a buffet table rather well, at least for a little while!

    Related: 65 Cold Appetizers for Summer Parties

    Best Pasta Salad Recipes

    From cold pasta salads like Best-Ever Macaroni Salad and Healthy Pepperoni Pasta Salad to creamy pasta salads that have the flavors of a classic BLT and another with big bites of cheese, there is something that will please all palates in this mix. Plus, there are plenty of Italian pasta salad recipes and seafood pasta salads with tuna and lobster for some extra protein!

    Related: 60 Summertime Salads For Backyard Barbecues

    And the best thing about these easy pasta salad recipes is that you can usually use up whatever fresh vegetables you have laying around. Simply boil a pot of water, cook your pasta, toss in cheese, meat, fish and veggies, and you're good to go. They transport well and taste even better the next day.

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    Your summer parties need one, or maybe a few of these cold pasta salads, and the leftovers can always go in your picnic basket the next day too!

    Related: 101 Easy Pasta Recipes for All Occasions

    Cold Pasta Salad Recipes

    <p>Jon Ashton</p><p>This classic goes perfectly with whatever you've got coming off the grill this summer.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong> <strong><a href=Classic Macaroni Salad

    Related: 52 Best Recipes With Elbow Macaroni

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    Jon Ashton

    This classic goes perfectly with whatever you've got coming off the grill this summer.

    Get the recipe: Classic Macaroni Salad

    Related: 52 Best Recipes With Elbow Macaroni

    <p>Krista Marshall</p><p>This one is sure to make you the star of the next neighborhood cookout.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href=Thai Noodle Salad

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    Krista Marshall

    This one is sure to make you the star of the next neighborhood cookout.

    Get the recipe: Thai Noodle Salad

    <p>Krista Marshall</p><p>Imitation crab is the secret to keeping this budget-friendly.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong> <strong><a href=Crab Pasta Salad

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    Krista Marshall

    Imitation crab is the secret to keeping this budget-friendly.

    Get the recipe: Crab Pasta Salad

    <p>London Brazil</p><p>As delicious as it is colorful, this Tex-Mex favorite is always a hit.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href=Salsa Ranch Pasta Salad

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    London Brazil

    As delicious as it is colorful, this Tex-Mex favorite is always a hit.

    Get the recipe: Salsa Ranch Pasta Salad

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    <p>Krista Marshall</p><p>A sweet and tangy dressing and crunch veggies make this macaroni salad extra special.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong> <a href=Best-Ever Amish Macaroni Salad

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    Krista Marshall

    A sweet and tangy dressing and crunch veggies make this macaroni salad extra special.

    Get the recipe: Best-Ever Amish Macaroni Salad

    <p>Krista Marshall</p><p>All the flavors of the warm dip in a cool, creamy pasta salad.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href=Spinach Artichoke Pasta Salad

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    Krista Marshall

    All the flavors of the warm dip in a cool, creamy pasta salad.

    Get the recipe: Spinach Artichoke Pasta Salad

    <p>Krista Marshall</p><p>Filled with all your favorite Greek salad ingredients.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href=Greek Pasta Salad

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    Krista Marshall

    Filled with all your favorite Greek salad ingredients.

    Get the recipe: Greek Pasta Salad

    <p>America's Test Kitchen</p><p>Add this brightly flavored dish to your summer menu and watch your guests go back for seconds and thirds!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href=Pasta Salad with Asparagus and Red Bell Peppers

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    America's Test Kitchen

    Add this brightly flavored dish to your summer menu and watch your guests go back for seconds and thirds!

    Get the recipe: Pasta Salad with Asparagus and Red Bell Peppers

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    <p>Jon Ashton</p><p>Summer fresh cherry tomatoes, olives and lots of pepperoni give this pasta salad a big flavor.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><strong><a href=Pepperoni Pasta Salad With Mozzarella and Pesto

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    Jon Ashton

    Summer fresh cherry tomatoes, olives and lots of pepperoni give this pasta salad a big flavor.

    Get the recipe: Pepperoni Pasta Salad With Mozzarella and Pesto

    <p>Elizabeth Newman</p><p>Creamy burrata cheese takes this pasta salad over the top.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href=Romesco Pasta Salad with Burrata

    Related: 30 Best Burrata Cheese Recipes

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    Elizabeth Newman

    Creamy burrata cheese takes this pasta salad over the top.

    Get the recipe: Romesco Pasta Salad with Burrata

    Related: 30 Best Burrata Cheese Recipes

    <p>Krista Marshall</p><p>This recipe has a secret ingredient that will keep people guessing.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong> <strong><a href=Country Macaroni Salad

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    Krista Marshall

    This recipe has a secret ingredient that will keep people guessing.

    Get the recipe: Country Macaroni Salad

    <p>Tyson</p><p>Refrigerated grilled chicken strips make this a great dish for a last-minute party.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href=Asian Cucumber Chicken Pasta Salad

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    Tyson

    Refrigerated grilled chicken strips make this a great dish for a last-minute party.

    Get the recipe: Asian Cucumber Chicken Pasta Salad

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    <p>Cassie Blount</p><p>A unique use for broken lasagna noodles.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href=Italian Antipasto Pasta Salad

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    Cassie Blount

    A unique use for broken lasagna noodles.

    Get the recipe: Italian Antipasto Pasta Salad

    <p>Elizabeth Newman</p><p>This dish will have you dreaming of Italy.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href=Pesto Pasta Salad

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    Elizabeth Newman

    This dish will have you dreaming of Italy.

    Get the recipe: Pesto Pasta Salad

    <p>Andrew Purcell, Carrie Purcell & Heather Chontos</p><p>A total picnic-worthy side dish.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href=Easy Tortellini Pasta Salad With Caesar Dressing

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    Andrew Purcell, Carrie Purcell & Heather Chontos

    A total picnic-worthy side dish.

    Get the recipe: Easy Tortellini Pasta Salad With Caesar Dressing

    <p>Parade</p><p>A vegetarian option with an Italian flare.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href=Margherita Pasta Salad

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    Parade

    A vegetarian option with an Italian flare.

    Get the recipe: Margherita Pasta Salad

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    <p>Cassie Blount</p><p>A comforting pasta salad with the flavors of a classic BLT.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href=BLT Pasta Salad

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    Cassie Blount

    A comforting pasta salad with the flavors of a classic BLT.

    Get the recipe: BLT Pasta Salad

    <p>Krista Marshall</p><p>Sure, this can be a cookout side dish, but it also makes a terrific light meal on a hot evening.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href=Sesame Noodle Salad

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    Krista Marshall

    Sure, this can be a cookout side dish, but it also makes a terrific light meal on a hot evening.

    Get the recipe: Sesame Noodle Salad

    <p>Barefeet In The Kitchen</p><p>This pasta salad isn't swimming in dressing.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong> <strong><a href=Creamy Summer Pasta Salad

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    Barefeet In The Kitchen

    This pasta salad isn't swimming in dressing.

    Get the recipe: Creamy Summer Pasta Salad

    <p>Recipe Girl</p><p>Highlight the best of summer produce.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong> <strong><a href=Orzo Pasta Salad with Corn, Green Beans and Tomatoes

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    Recipe Girl

    Highlight the best of summer produce.

    Get the recipe: Orzo Pasta Salad with Corn, Green Beans and Tomatoes

    Related: 100 Best Corn Recipes with Canned, Frozen and Fresh

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    <p>Foodie Crush</p><p>This five-ingredient pasta salad has all the traditional Caesar salad flavors plus kale and cherry tomatoes too.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong><strong><a href= Kale Cesar Pasta Salad

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    Foodie Crush

    This five-ingredient pasta salad has all the traditional Caesar salad flavors plus kale and cherry tomatoes too.

    Get the recipe: Kale Cesar Pasta Salad

    <p>Hip Foodie Mom</p><p>Grilling vegetables gives them so much flavor.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong> <strong><a href=Grilled Veggie Pasta Salad

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    Hip Foodie Mom

    Grilling vegetables gives them so much flavor.

    Get the recipe: Grilled Veggie Pasta Salad

    <p>Baked By Rachel</p><p>Pesto sauce made out of fresh spinach gives this salad flavor and vibrant color.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong> <strong><a href=Spinach Pesto Pasta Salad

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    Baked By Rachel

    Pesto sauce made out of fresh spinach gives this salad flavor and vibrant color.

    Get the recipe: Spinach Pesto Pasta Salad

    <p>Bless This Mess Please</p><p>Garlic and herb cheese will keep guests coming back for more.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong> <strong><a href=Pasta Salad for a Party

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    Bless This Mess Please

    Garlic and herb cheese will keep guests coming back for more.

    Get the recipe: Pasta Salad for a Party

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    <p>Reluctant Entertainer</p><p>Fresh avocado, English peas and a creamy dressing make this pasta salad a little sophisticated.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong> <strong><a href=Summer Avocado Pasta Salad

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    Reluctant Entertainer

    Fresh avocado, English peas and a creamy dressing make this pasta salad a little sophisticated.

    Get the recipe: Summer Avocado Pasta Salad

    <p>Movita Beau Coup</p><p>Sink your teeth into big pieces of lobster meat.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong> <strong><a href=Lobster Pasta Salad

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    Movita Beau Coup

    Sink your teeth into big pieces of lobster meat.

    Get the recipe: Lobster Pasta Salad

    <p>A Dash Of Sanity</p><p>Light, refreshing and delicious, this pasta salad has extra protein thanks to black beans.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong><strong> <a href=Easy Southwestern Pasta Salad

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    A Dash Of Sanity

    Light, refreshing and delicious, this pasta salad has extra protein thanks to black beans.

    Get the recipe: Easy Southwestern Pasta Salad

    <p>Kleinworth & Co</p><p>This creamy, cheesy salad is perfect paired with fried chicken.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><strong><a href=Parmesan Ranch Pasta Salad

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    Kleinworth & Co

    This creamy, cheesy salad is perfect paired with fried chicken.

    Get the recipe: Parmesan Ranch Pasta Salad

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    <p>Well Plated</p><p>The kids will love this so much, they won't even care it's good for them.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><strong><a href=Healthy Pepperoni Pasta Salad

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    Well Plated

    The kids will love this so much, they won't even care it's good for them.

    Get the recipe: Healthy Pepperoni Pasta Salad

    <p>Kalyn's Kitchen</p><p>This is great for picnics, or a light supper on a hot summer night.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><strong><a href=Tuna Pasta Salad with Lemon, Green Olives and Cucumbers

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    Kalyn's Kitchen

    This is great for picnics, or a light supper on a hot summer night.

    Get the recipe: Tuna Pasta Salad with Lemon, Green Olives and Cucumbers

    Related: 35 Best Cucumber Recipes For Summer

    <p>She Wears Many Hats</p><p>This creamy pasta salad is filled with Tex-Mex flavors.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong> <strong><a href=Southwestern Black Bean Pasta Salad

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    She Wears Many Hats

    This creamy pasta salad is filled with Tex-Mex flavors.

    Get the recipe: Southwestern Black Bean Pasta Salad

    <p>Center Cut Cook</p><p>This might remind you of something from the deli counter.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong> <strong><a href=Creamy Cheddar Pasta Salad

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    Center Cut Cook

    This might remind you of something from the deli counter.

    Get the recipe: Creamy Cheddar Pasta Salad

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    <p>Kitchen Confidante</p><p>Cayenne pepper gives this pasta salad a kick!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong> <strong><a href=Fireworks Pasta Salad

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    Kitchen Confidante

    Cayenne pepper gives this pasta salad a kick!

    Get the recipe: Fireworks Pasta Salad

    <p>Chocolate And Carrots</p><p>Your gluten-free guests will appreciate this one!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong> <strong><a href=Gluten-Free BLT Pasta Salad

    Next: 12 Epic BLT Recipes

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    Chocolate And Carrots

    Your gluten-free guests will appreciate this one!

    Get the recipe: Gluten-Free BLT Pasta Salad

    Next: 12 Epic BLT Recipes

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