Best 5 Strawberry Pasta Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our Strawberry Pasta Salad, a refreshing and vibrant dish that bursts with summer flavors. This unique salad combines the sweetness of strawberries, the tang of balsamic vinegar, and the savory richness of pasta, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors. Accompanied by three additional tantalizing recipes – Strawberry Vinaigrette Dressing, Strawberry Salsa, and Creamy Strawberry Dressing – this article offers a delectable quartet of strawberry-infused creations that will elevate your culinary repertoire.

1. **Strawberry Pasta Salad**: Discover the perfect balance of sweet and savory in this delightful pasta salad. Fresh strawberries, cherry tomatoes, and baby spinach mingle with cooked pasta, tossed in a luscious balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Feta cheese crumbles add a salty tang, while pine nuts provide a delightful crunch, creating a symphony of textures and flavors.

2. **Strawberry Vinaigrette Dressing**: This versatile dressing is a delightful accompaniment to salads, grilled chicken, or fish. With its vibrant red hue and tangy-sweet flavor, it adds a burst of freshness to any dish. Made with fresh strawberries, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and Dijon mustard, it's a simple yet flavorful dressing that will elevate your culinary creations.

3. **Strawberry Salsa**: Experience the vibrant flavors of summer in this refreshing salsa. Fresh strawberries, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeno peppers combine to create a salsa that's both sweet and spicy. Perfect for dipping tortilla chips, topping tacos, or adding a flavorful kick to grilled meats, this salsa is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

4. **Creamy Strawberry Dressing**: Indulge in the lusciousness of this creamy strawberry dressing. Made with fresh strawberries, Greek yogurt, honey, and lemon juice, it's a velvety smooth dressing that adds a touch of sweetness and tang to salads, fruit salads, or even pancakes. Its vibrant pink color and delightful flavor will make it a favorite in your kitchen.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

STRAWBERRY-ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD



Strawberry-Asparagus Pasta Salad image

Tangy white balsamic vinegar contrasts with VOSKOS® Nonfat Strawberry Greek Yogurt for a creamy dressing on this vibrant side salad featuring strawberries, asparagus, spinach, and pasta. Serve with roast chicken or grilled steak.

Provided by Voskos

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     VOSKOS®

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces uncooked penne or bow-tie pasta
1 ½ cups asparagus, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups strawberries, hulled and quartered lengthwise
1 ½ cups baby spinach
½ cup crumbled goat or feta cheese
1 (5.3 ounce) container VOSKOS® Nonfat Strawberry Greek Yogurt
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot according to the package directions, adding the asparagus the last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking or until crisp-tender. Drain pasta and asparagus; rinse with cold water and drain again. Transfer to a very large bowl. Add Strawberry-Yogurt Dressing (see below) and toss to combine.
  • Gently fold in the strawberries and spinach. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with goat cheese.
  • Strawberry-Yogurt Dressing: Stir together VOSKOS® Nonfat Strawberry Greek Yogurt, balsamic vinegar, and red onion in a bowl. Serve immediately or chill up to 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 83.9 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

STRAWBERRY SPINACH PASTA SALAD WITH ORANGE POPPY SEED DRESSING RECIPE - (4/5)



Strawberry Spinach Pasta Salad with Orange Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by rmulleni

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 ounces penne noodles, cooked according to package directions
2 cups packed fresh baby spinach leaves
1 cup sliced strawberries
1 cup pineapple chunks
1/4 cup dried cranberries, or dried blueberries
1/2 cup salted cashews, or other nut like pecans or walnuts
orange poppy seed dressing
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup plain greek yogurt
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
3 tablespoons honey
1/3 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
optional: pinch of salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Instructions 1.Combine all dressing ingredients in a jar, cover, and shake well. Set aside. 2.Combine penne, spinach, strawberries, pineapple, cranberries, and cashews in a large bowl and toss with the prepared dressing. 3.Serve immediately or cover and chill for 1 hour before serving.

STRAWBERRY-CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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When I figured out how to re-create this restaurant dish at home, my family was so excited. For a different spin, use raspberries or peaches instead of strawberries. -Jane Ozment, Purcell, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
ASSEMBLY:
1 package (10 ounces) hearts of romaine salad mix
1 cup cooked gemelli or spiral pasta
1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/2 cup glazed pecans

Steps:

  • Place strawberries, sugar, vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in a blender; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Refrigerate until serving., Sprinkle chicken with remaining salt and pepper; grill, covered, on an oiled rack over medium heat until a thermometer reads 165°. 6-8 minutes on each side., Cut chicken into slices. Divide salad mix among four plates; top with pasta, onion, chicken and strawberries. Drizzle with vinaigrette; sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 492mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

STRAWBERRY PASTA SALAD



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Bow tie pasta with strawberries makes a refreshing salad, especially with a little chopped mint. I multiply it for brunches, potlucks, even tailgates. -Barbara Lento, Houston, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings (0.667 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 pound uncooked mini farfalle or other bow tie pasta
1/2 cup lemon yogurt
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 green onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons crystallized ginger, finely chopped
1 tablespoon pickled jalapeno slices, finely chopped
1 pound fresh strawberries, quartered
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Toasted sweetened shredded coconut and small fresh mint leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta; rinse with cold water and drain well., In a large bowl, whisk yogurt, oil, lemon juice, salt and cayenne until blended; stir in green onion, ginger and jalapeno. Add pasta and toss to coat., Refrigerate, covered, until serving. Stir in strawberries and sprinkle with almonds just before serving. If desired, sprinkle with coconut and mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 96mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STRAWBERRY-ORANGE PASTA SALAD



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new recipe from Kraft

Provided by Kathy Klein

Categories     Pasta Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 c bow-tie pasta, uncooked
1/3 c poppyseed dressing
1/4 c real mayonnaise (regular or light)
4 green onions, sliced
1 c sliced fresh strawberries
1 can(s) mandarin oranges (11 oz) drained

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta as directed on package, omit salt. Drain. Cool
  • 2. Mix dressing and mayo in medium bowl. Add to pasta and onions; toss to coat.
  • 3. Gently stir in fruit. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • 4. NOTE: If wishing to prepare more than 1 hour in advance, combine dressing, mayo, cooked pasta and onions in large bowl. Combine oranges and strawberries in separate bowl. Refrigerate up to 8 hours. Add fruit to pasta mixture up to 1 hour before serving. Keep refrigerated.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked pasta. But if you're cooking it yourself, al dente is the way to go.
  • Fresh strawberries are a must for this salad. Frozen or canned ones just won't do.
  • If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can use white wine vinegar or lemon juice instead.
  • Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as basil or mint, for an extra pop of flavor.
  • Feel free to add other ingredients to your salad, such as grilled chicken, shrimp, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

Strawberry pasta salad is a light and refreshing dish that's perfect for summer. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.

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