FRUITY PASTA SALAD WITH LEMON POPPY SEED DRESSING

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Delicious pasta salad, and so easy to make. Lemon flavored yogurt is the basis for a superb dressing.

Provided by jen

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Fruit Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ cup seashell pasta
2 cups washed, dried and torn butterhead lettuce
1 small pear, cored and chopped
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
⅓ cup chopped celery
⅓ cup low-fat lemon yogurt
1 tablespoon orange juice
½ teaspoon poppy seeds

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente. Drain, and rinse in cold water until cool.
  • In a salad bowl, combine macaroni, lettuce, pears, strawberries, and celery. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, stir together yogurt, orange juice, and poppy seeds. Add to the macaroni mixture, and gently toss until well coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 0.6 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 15.8 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

Mahmoud Aladwan
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I love the pop of color that the fruit adds to this salad.


Sanna Bojang
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or ham.


Akinsawe SAMSON
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I've never been a fan of pasta salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


Billy Morrill
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. You can make it the night before and it will still be delicious the next day.


Jafir Ali
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


KINGTAN
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This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables.


Tshimangadzo Makuya
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to bring to parties or potlucks.


Salmaakter
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect meal for a hot summer day.


Uttam Kumar
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad for a little extra protein. It turned out great!


Sandro Jean
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover fruit. I always have a bunch of berries in my fridge that I need to use up, and this salad is the perfect way to do it.


Essa Mahmmad
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I made this pasta salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


JOANNA MENDEZ
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I'm not usually a fan of fruit in my pasta salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The sweetness of the fruit pairs perfectly with the tangy dressing.


Alamin Titu
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The lemon poppy seed dressing is the star of the show! It's so flavorful and light, and it really brightens up the dish.


Muhammad Afzaal
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I always have the ingredients on hand, so it's a great go-to for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Saif Ansari
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This pasta salad was a hit at our summer BBQ! The combination of sweet fruit, tangy dressing, and al dente pasta was perfect.