Greek Chicken Pasta Salad
Recipe and video by Sydney W.
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Summer Pasta Salad
Recipe and video by Brittney R.
As a mom, I am always looking for simplicity in the kitchen—especially when it comes to making food my kids will actually eat. This super-easy pasta salad is my go-to and is sure to be a massive hit this summer, whether you're just hanging out at home or heading to a neighborhood barbecue.
🌮 Ten-Minute Taco Pasta Salad 🌮
A zesty twist on taco night with pasta, ground beef, and fiesta-flavored goodies.
Ingredients
Method
- Cook beef in a skillet over medium until browned and fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning to packet directions, usually with water and simmering.
- Combine pasta, beef, cheddar, tomatoes, corn, beans, olives, and onion in a large bowl.
- Mix ranch and salsa in a separate small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad; toss well.
- Garnish with optional cilantro.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate 30 minutes to blend flavors.
Notes
You can use leftover pasta or cook a fresh batch while the beef is browning to save time. Feel free to use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter version. Add a squeeze of lime juice for a refreshing twist.
🍅 5-Ingredient Caprese Pasta Salad 🧀
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and cool.
- Combine pasta, mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil in a large bowl.
- Add balsamic dressing.
- Toss to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate at least 15 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
You can add a sprinkle of salt and pepper to taste. For an extra touch, drizzle some extra virgin olive oil before serving. This salad is perfect for BBQs, picnics, or a quick and healthy lunch option.
Quick Greek Orzo Salad 🍋
Ingredients
Method
- Cook orzo to package directions; drain and cool.
- Combine orzo, cucumber, olives, feta, and onion in a large bowl.
- Whisk oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad; toss.
- Refrigerate at least 15 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
You can add a handful of cherry tomatoes for extra color and flavor. For a heartier meal, add some grilled chicken or shrimp. This salad holds up well and is great for meal prep!
🥗 Creamy Ranch Chicken Pasta Salad 🍗
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and cool.
- Combine pasta, chicken, tomatoes, celery, cheddar, and green onions in a large bowl.
- Add ranch.
- Toss to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Refrigerate at least 15 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
You can add a handful of bacon bits for extra crunch. For a spicy kick, mix in some diced jalapeños. This salad is great for meal prep and stays fresh in the fridge for a couple of days!
🌶️ Pesto Pasta Salad with a Kick 🍝
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and cool.
- Meanwhile, toast pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium 3-4 minutes until golden; set aside.
- Combine pasta, tomatoes, and pine nuts in a large bowl.
- Add spicy pesto.
- Sprinkle in pepper flakes.
- Toss to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with optional basil.
- Refrigerate at least 15 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
You can make your own spicy pesto by blending fresh basil, olive oil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and crushed red pepper flakes. Add some grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal. This salad makes a great lunch or side dish for BBQs and picnics!
🌽 Southwest Bean and Corn Pasta Salad 🌶️
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and cool.
- Combine pasta, beans, corn, tomatoes, pepper, onion, and cilantro in a large bowl.
- Whisk oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad.
- Toss to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate at least 15 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
For extra protein, add diced grilled chicken or shrimp. You can also add a diced avocado for a creamy touch. This salad is perfect for potlucks, BBQs, and meal prep!
🥗 Tuna Nicoise Pasta Salad 🐟
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and cool.
- Boil beans 2-3 minutes; cool in an ice bath, drain, and chop.
- Combine pasta, tuna, beans, quartered eggs, olives, tomatoes, and onion in a large bowl.
- Whisk oil, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad.
- Toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with optional parsley.
- Refrigerate at least 15 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
You can use canned salmon instead of tuna for a different twist. Add some capers for an extra burst of flavor. This salad is great for meal prep and stays fresh in the fridge for a couple of days! All the flavors of a classic BLT sandwich in a pasta salad form.
🥓 BLT Pasta Salad 🍅
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and cool.
- Cook bacon until crisp; crumble and set aside.
- Combine pasta, tomatoes, bacon, lettuce, and cheddar in a large bowl.
- Whisk ranch, mayonnaise, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad.
- Toss to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate at least 15 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
You can add diced avocado for extra creaminess. For a lighter version, use turkey bacon and light mayonnaise. This salad is perfect for BBQs, potlucks, and quick weeknight dinners!
🥑 Avocado and Bacon Bow Tie Salad 🥓
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and cool.
- Cook bacon until crisp; crumble and set aside.
- Combine pasta, bacon, avocado, tomatoes, and onion in a large bowl.
- Whisk lime juice, oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad.
- Toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with optional cilantro.
- Refrigerate at least 15 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
You can add a handful of corn kernels for an extra pop of sweetness. For extra protein, mix in some grilled chicken or shrimp. This salad is perfect for picnics, BBQs, or a quick and tasty lunch!
🥦 Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Salad 🧀
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and cool.
- Steam broccoli until tender and bright green; cool.
- Combine pasta, broccoli, and cheddar in a large bowl.
- Whisk mayonnaise, yogurt, vinegar, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad.
- Toss to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate at least 15 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
You can add some crumbled bacon for extra flavor and crunch. For a lighter version, use light mayonnaise and Greek yogurt. This salad is perfect for potlucks, BBQs, and meal prep!
🥒 Dill Pickle Pasta Salad 🧀
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and cool.
- Combine pasta, pickles, cheddar, and onion in a large bowl.
- Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle juice, dill, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad.
- Toss to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate at least 15 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
For extra crunch, add some diced celery. You can use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter version. This salad is perfect for potlucks, BBQs, and meal prep!
🥗 Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad 🍗🍝
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Set aside.
- Coat chicken thoroughly with buffalo sauce in a large bowl.
- Mix in pasta, celery, carrots, pepper, and optional cheddar.
- Add ranch or blue cheese dressing; mix to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Top with green onions.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
For an extra kick of heat, add a few dashes of hot sauce to the buffalo chicken mixture. This salad can be made ahead of time, just give it a good stir before serving. It’s even better the next day after the flavors have had time to mix. Customize the veggies to your liking – add some corn, tomatoes, or even avocados!
🥗 Mediterranean Hummus Pasta Salad 🍝🧆
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Set aside.
- Coat pasta thoroughly with hummus in a large bowl.
- Mix in tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and olives.
- Whisk oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat evenly.
- Top with feta.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
For extra protein, add some grilled chicken or chickpeas. This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make it ahead for meal prep! You can customize the veggies to your liking – add some bell peppers, spinach, or even artichoke hearts!
🍃 Spinach and Artichoke Pasta Salad 🍝🦪
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Set aside.
- Combine pasta, spinach, artichokes, tomatoes, and onion in a large bowl.
- Whisk oil, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat evenly.
- Top with optional Parmesan.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
For extra protein, add some grilled chicken or chickpeas. This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Ideal for meal prep! You can customize the veggies to your liking – add bell peppers, olives, or even some sun-dried tomatoes!
🍽️ BBQ Ranch Pasta Salad 🌽
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Set aside.
- Combine pasta, corn, beans, cheddar, pepper, and onion in a large bowl.
- Whisk BBQ sauce and ranch smooth in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat evenly.
- Top with optional cilantro.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
For extra protein, add some grilled chicken or bacon bits. This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Great for meal prep and leftovers! Customize the veggies to your liking – feel free to add tomatoes, avocado, or even jalapeños for a spicy kick!
🍅 Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Pasta Salad 🌿🍝
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Set aside.
- Combine pasta, tomatoes, and basil in a large bowl.
- Whisk oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat evenly.
- Add Parmesan and optional pine nuts; toss again.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
For extra protein, add some grilled chicken or chickpeas. This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Perfect for meal prep! You can customize the veggies to your liking – feel free to add some cherry tomatoes, spinach, or even olives!
🌭 Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta Salad 🍝🥗
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Set aside.
- Combine pasta, cooked sausage, tomatoes, peppers, onion, and olives in a large bowl.
- Add mozzarella.
- Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat evenly.
- Top with Parmesan and parsley.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
For a bit of spice, use hot Italian sausage or add some red pepper flakes. This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Great for meal prep and leftovers! Customize the veggies to your liking – add some spinach, artichoke hearts, or even zucchini!
🍎 Tangy Apple and Walnut Pasta Salad 🥗🌰
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Set aside.
- Combine pasta, apples, walnuts, onion, and spinach in a large bowl.
- Add optional feta and cranberries.
- Whisk vinegar, oil, honey, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
For extra protein, you can add grilled chicken or chickpeas. This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days, making it great for meal prep! Feel free to customize the veggies and add-ins to your liking – some avocado, arugula, or sunflower seeds would be delicious!
For the Tangy Apple Cider Vinaigrette:
🐔 Honey Mustard Chicken Pasta Salad 🥗🍝
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Set aside.
- Combine pasta, chicken, greens, tomatoes, carrots, and onion in a large bowl.
- Whisk mustard, honey, mayonnaise, vinegar, oil, garlic, salt, and pepper smooth in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat evenly.
- Add optional cheddar and parsley.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
For extra crunch, add some sliced almonds or sunflower seeds. This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days, making it ideal for meal prep! Customize the veggies to your liking – feel free to add cucumbers, bell peppers, or even avocado!
For the Honey Mustard Dressing:
🍍 Sweet & Sour Pineapple Ham Pasta Salad 🍖🍝
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta to package directions; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Set aside.
- Combine pasta, ham, pineapple, pepper, green onions, and carrots in a large bowl.
- Whisk vinegar, oil, honey, soy sauce, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve cold.
Notes
For extra crunch, add some chopped celery or water chestnuts. This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days, making it ideal for meal prep! Customize the veggies to your liking – feel free to add cucumbers, snap peas, or even some jalapeños for a spicy kick!
For the Sweet & Sour Dressing:
