25 Easy Pasta Salads

When spring and summer roll around, I find myself reaching for simple pasta salad recipes that everyone will enjoy. This roundup features classic pasta salads that are easy to make and perfect for casual meals, holidays, and gatherings.

Pasta salad has always been a staple in my kitchen, especially during the warmer months. It’s the perfect dish for weeknight dinners, Sunday meals, and sharing with family at special occasions.

I’ve gathered the best pasta salad recipes here, including timeless classics that home cooks return to year after year. These dependable, comforting recipes are easy to serve and perfect for any occasion.

1

Easy Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Salad

This easy broccoli cheddar pasta salad is creamy, simple, and full of classic flavor. Made with bacon, cheddar, and fresh broccoli, it’s the perfect side dish for potlucks, barbecues, or family dinners.

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Classic Greek Pasta Salad

This easy Greek pasta salad combines tender pasta, fresh vegetables, feta cheese, olives, and a simple homemade dressing. It's the perfect summer side dish for potlucks, BBQs, and family meals.

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3

Easy Chicken and Bacon Pasta Salad

This easy chicken pasta salad with bacon is creamy, hearty, and packed with flavor. Made with tender chicken, peas, mozzarella, and a simple mayo dressing, it's perfect for potlucks, lunches, and summer gatherings.

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4

Old Fashioned Cowboy Pasta Salad Recipe

This old fashioned cowboy pasta salad is loaded with ground beef, bacon, beans, and a creamy BBQ dressing. An easy, hearty, homemade pasta salad perfect for potlucks, cookouts, and family dinners.

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Classic Macaroni Salad (Easy Traditional Recipe)

This traditional macaroni salad recipe is creamy, classic, and easy to make. A grandma-style macaroni salad perfect for potlucks, BBQs, and cold side dishes.

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Grandma’s Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole with Broccoli

Grandma’s chicken bacon ranch casserole is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with broccoli. An easy, no-pasta dinner baked in the oven for cozy family meals.

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7

Antipasto Pasta Salad

This antipasto pasta salad is perfect for parties, potlucks, and picnics! A delicious combo of pasta, meat, and cheese, it’s hearty and so easy to make.

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8

Creamy Avocado Ranch Chicken Pasta Salad.

Creamy Avocado Ranch Chicken Pasta Salad: The creamy dressing with the pasta, spicy salsa, cheese, avocado, and bacon is the yummiest!

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BBQ Chicken Ranch Pasta Salad.

BBQ Chicken Ranch Pasta Salad...simple to throw together, but packs in the flavor. It’s that “salad” everyone really wants to EAT!

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10

BLT Pasta Salad

BLT Pasta Salad is a fresh meal reminiscent of the classic sandwich! Smoky bacon, juicy tomatoes and pasta in a simple homemade ranch dressing!

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11

Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad

Pack a little extra heat (and a lot more flavor) into your summer cookout with this easy to make Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad!

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12

THE BEST Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe - foodiecrush

Ready in 25 minutes and bursting with cherry tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella, this caprese pasta salad is a perfect for potlucks and bbqs!

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13

Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad Recipe - Savory Nothings

This Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is a delicious, creamy pasta salad with lots of bacon, cheese, peas and corn. A great side dish for summer grilling!

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14

Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad - Just a Taste

Whip up a 2-minute meal in-a-bowl with a refreshing recipe for Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad starring DIY dressing.

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15

Classic Italian Pasta Salad Recipe

This quick and easy Classic Italian Pasta Salad Recipe is filled with broccoli, pepperoni and olives and a zippy Italian Dressing!

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16

Deviled Egg Pasta Salad

Deviled Egg Pasta Salad is going to be your go-to summer side dish! Pasta, hard boiled eggs, red onion, and pickles in a creamy dressing.

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17

Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

This Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is literally my favorite pasta salad ever!

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18

Garden Pasta Salad

This chilled garden pasta salad is loaded with crunchy vegetables, flavored with nutty Parmesan cheese, and tossed in your favorite Italian-style salad dressing.

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20

Pimento Cheese Pasta Salad

Creamy, cheesy, and full of Southern charm, this Pimento Cheese Pasta Salad is the perfect side dish for any gathering.

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21

Rotini Pasta Salad with homemade Italian dressing -

This Rotini Pasta Salad has always been a summer staple in my Italian American family. Get the recipe and make it this summer!

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22

Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad

One of the most popular recipes on this site: Mexican Street Corn Pasta salad! Tender pasta, charred corn, & the best chili-lime dressing!

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23

Taco Pasta Salad

Taco Pasta Salad is a delicious pasta salad made with Mexican flavors, seasoned ground beef, crunchy nacho cheese chips, and a delicious creamy dressing! Perfect for a summer potluck or BBQ! This taco pasta salad

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24

Tuna Macaroni Salad

This Tuna Macaroni Salad recipe is a classic favorite. Elbow macaroni, canned tuna, peas and a seasoned mayonnaise all combine for a family favorite!

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25

Turkey Club Pasta Salad Recipe | Hidden Valley™ Ranch

Looking for an Easy Recipe Tonight? Try Turkey Club Pasta Salad.

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