Best 8 Pasta Salad With Asparagus Baby Corn And Fresh Herbs Recipes

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Pasta salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer gatherings or light meals. This recipe combines the vibrant colors and flavors of asparagus, baby corn, and fresh herbs. The asparagus provides a slightly sweet and earthy flavor, while the baby corn adds a delicate crunch. Fresh herbs like basil, parsley, and chives add a burst of aromatic flavor and brighten up the dish. The creamy dressing, made with Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, brings all the ingredients together in a cohesive and delicious way. In addition to the main recipe, the article also includes variations such as a vegan version made with plant-based yogurt and mayonnaise, a gluten-free version made with quinoa or rice pasta, and a Mediterranean-inspired version that incorporates sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese. Each variation offers a unique twist on the classic pasta salad, catering to different dietary preferences and flavor profiles.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD



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I got this recipe from my sister-in-law while visiting her in Texas. I usually prepare this salad in the summer as a light evening meal for my family or as an extra-special lunch for friends.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1 package (16 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta, cooked and drained
1 cup diced cooked chicken
1 cup diced fully cooked ham
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives
1-1/2 cups zesty Italian dressing
1-1/2 teaspoons dill weed

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in a large saucepan with enough water to cover; cook until crisp-tender. Drain and cool. In a large bowl, combine asparagus with the remaining ingredients; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 3-4 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 720mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

PASTA SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS, CORN AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt
1/2 pound fusilli pasta
1 cup chopped blanched asparagus
1 cup blanched corn kernels
1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon finely grated garlic
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs; drain and rinse under cold water. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add the asparagus, corn and sun-dried tomatoes to the bowl with the pasta.
  • Make the dressing: Mix the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic, parmesan, and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl. Pour over the pasta salad and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Chill for up to 3 hours.

ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING



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Skip the store-bought pasta salads in favor of a quick and easy recipe for Asparagus Pasta Salad tossed in homemade Italian dressing!

Provided by Kelly Senyei

Time 27m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or more to taste (optional)
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound asparagus
2 1/2 cups uncooked pasta, such as penne or rotini
2/3 cup sliced red onions
1 1/2 cups diced tomatoes
2/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients until combined. Set the dressing aside.
  • Remove the tough stems of the asparagus then cut each spear into 1-inch pieces.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, 10 to 11 minutes, then add the asparagus to the pot and cook it with pasta for 1 more minute. Drain the pasta and asparagus then rinse it with cold water.
  • Transfer the pasta and asparagus to a large bowl. Stir in the onions and tomatoes. Pour the dressing over the pasta, tossing to combine, then cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 3 hours and up to overnight. When ready to serve, stir in the Parmesan cheese and enjoy cold or at room temperature.
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Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 10 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PASTA SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS, BABY CORN, AND FRESH HERBS



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Make and share this Pasta Salad With Asparagus, Baby Corn, and Fresh Herbs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by chef 998002

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 plates, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb ziti pasta
1 cup asparagus, cooked
1 (8 ounce) can baby corn, drained
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, diced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1/2 cup light Italian dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Add asparagus, corn, sun-dried tomatoes and parsley and toss to combine. Add dressing and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.1, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 0.3, Sodium 287.5, Carbohydrate 107.1, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 5.9, Protein 18.9

PASTA SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS AND FRESH HERBS



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Nice summer recipe that can be modified easily to suit different tastes or seasons. I have a small assortment of herbs in my garden so I used what I have. Use any combination you'd like. Toasted pine nuts would also be a good addition.

Provided by moko7

Categories     Vegetable

Time 18m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup frozen peas
1 lb farfalle pasta
2 cups fresh basil leaves
1 cup fresh herbs of choice (I used cuttings of fresh rosemary, chives and thyme)
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
4 1/2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (1 cup)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley
3 scallions, thinly sliced
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook asparagus in a 6-8 quart pot of boiling, salted water until tender, about 4-6 minutes. Remove asparagus to large bowl. Using same water, cook peas 2 minutes. Remove and add to asparagus. Then add pasta to boiling water and cook until al dente.
  • While pasta cooks pulse basil and other herbs, oil, salt and pepper and 1/2 cup feta in a food processor until chopped, then add to vegetables.
  • Drain pasta. Mix together pasta and vegetable mixture. Then add parsley, scallions and remaining 1/2 cup feta and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.6, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 20.1, Sodium 297.6, Carbohydrate 65.5, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 4.8, Protein 16.8

CARAMELIZED CORN AND ASPARAGUS PASTA WITH RICOTTA



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This summery pasta features caramelized corn, crisp-tender asparagus and earthy turmeric, which provides the dish's sunny hue. It's not easy to cook corn to the point of browning without losing all its moisture, but a pinch of sugar helps speed up the caramelization process. Vermouth lends acidity to the light, glossy garlicky sauce, but you could use wine, or even a tablespoon of lemon juice or champagne vinegar for lift. Fresh ricotta provides richness.

Provided by Alexa Weibel

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, vegetables, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt and black pepper
3 ears of corn, husked
1 pound spaghetti, linguine or any shaped pasta
1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar
16 medium stalks asparagus (about 8 ounces), trimmed and thinly sliced on an angle (about 2 cups)
3 scallions, trimmed and minced, or 1 small shallot, minced
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup vermouth or white wine
1 cup fresh ricotta, seasoned to taste with salt
1 lemon (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high. Meanwhile, prepare the corn: Slice the corn kernels off the cobs, and add the cobs to the pot of water. (This lends a hint of sweetness.)
  • Once the water comes to a boil, add the pasta and cook over medium-high, according to package instructions, until tender but toothsome, just shy of al dente.
  • In a large, deep skillet, heat the oil over medium-high. Add the corn kernels and sugar, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to caramelize, about 6 minutes. Stir in the asparagus, scallions and 1 teaspoon turmeric, and cook, stirring frequently, until just softened and corn is caramelized, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Once the pasta is just short of al dente, reserve 1 1/2 cups pasta water, then drain the pasta, and discard the corn cobs.
  • Add the butter, garlic and remaining turmeric to the large skillet and cook over medium until butter melts and starts to foam, about 3 minutes. Whisk in vermouth to deglaze, and cook 1 to 2 minutes, then whisk in 1 cup pasta water.
  • Add the pasta, and toss with tongs over medium heat until thoroughly coated and al dente, 1 to 2 minutes, adding pasta water as needed. Remove from heat, stir in half the corn mixture and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Divide pasta among plates. Dollop with ricotta and top with remaining corn mixture. Drizzle with olive oil. If using lemon, shower the pasta with lemon zest, then cut the lemon into quarters, for squeezing on top, and serve immediately.

GRILLED CORN, ASPARAGUS AND SPRING ONION SALAD



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In this cookout perfect salad, corn, asparagus and spring onions benefit from the deep flavors of the grill. Their outer layers get a rustic char, their full sweetness is released, and they go from raw to cooked while maintaining a crunchy bite. Still warm, they're doused in one of Mexico's most fun ways to dress grilled vegetables or potato chips, an easy-to-eat sauce where umami, citrus and heat converge. The mixture is typically referred to as salsa preparada, meaning you simply mix these sauces together to "prepare" your food. You may wonder if the soy, Worcestershire and Maggi sauces compete, but each has a different character of sazón, which is whisked with plenty of fresh squeezed lime juice and a punch of chile oil. If more heat is desired, you can add a splash of your favorite hot sauce. This salad is great solo as an appetizer, but it is even better served right next to grilled meats.

Provided by Pati Jinich

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, salads and dressings, vegetables, appetizer, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 ears fresh corn (preferably white corn), shucked and cleaned
1 bunch asparagus (about 8 ounces), woody ends removed, stalks peeled up to flower bud
1 bunch spring onions or 2 bunches large scallions (about 8 ounces total), trimmed
Vegetable oil
1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice (from about 2 limes)
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Maggi sauce
1 tablespoon chile oil or hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt, plus more to taste
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Heat grill to high. Lightly brush corn, asparagus and spring onions with vegetable oil. Place them on the grill and spread them out in one layer so they can cook evenly. Flip the vegetables a couple of times until they are charred on all sides but retain a firm bite; asparagus and spring onions should cook for about 6 to 8 minutes, depending on thickness, and corn about 12 to 15 minutes. Remove them from the grill as they are ready, then set aside.
  • While the vegetables grill, combine lime juice, soy sauce, Worcestershire, Maggi, chile oil and salt in a large bowl. Whisk until fully combined. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
  • Once vegetables have cooled enough to handle, cut asparagus and spring onions into thirds and add them to the bowl. Shave the kernels from the corn, discarding the cobs, and add kernels to the bowl. Toss to combine with the sauce. Add the halved tomatoes and combine well. Serve warm or at room temperature.

SUMMER CORN SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS



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A simple, sweet and enjoyable taste of summer. This salad is great served as a side dish, or serve with nacho chips.

Provided by Jocelyn

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Corn Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 ears corn, husk and silk removed
1 bunch asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 (7 ounce) jar roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
6 basil leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-low heat and lightly oil grate.
  • Place the ears of corn on the grill and cook until the kernels are tender, about ten minutes turning frequently. Remove the ears from the grill and cool. Cut the kernels off of the cob.
  • Fill a large saucepan with lightly salted water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add asparagus and cook until just tender, about 1 minute. Drain in a colander and rinse immediately under cold, running water until well chilled. Set aside.
  • Combine the corn, asparagus, roasted peppers, garlic, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.5 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 154.8 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh asparagus and baby corn. If you can't find fresh asparagus, you can use frozen asparagus that has been thawed and drained.
  • To make the pasta salad ahead of time, cook the pasta and vegetables according to the recipe instructions. Then, let them cool completely and store them in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, combine the pasta, vegetables, and dressing in a large bowl and toss to coat.
  • This pasta salad is also a great way to use up leftover grilled chicken or shrimp. Simply add the cooked chicken or shrimp to the salad before serving.
  • If you don't have any fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs instead. However, fresh herbs will give the salad a more intense flavor.
  • Serve the pasta salad immediately, or chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

This pasta salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The combination of asparagus, baby corn, fresh herbs, and tangy dressing makes this salad a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a light and flavorful pasta salad, give this recipe a try.

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