Best 8 Tomato And Blue Cheese Pasta Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing tomato and blue cheese pasta salad, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This vibrant dish combines the tangy sweetness of sun-ripened tomatoes, the sharpness of blue cheese, and the al dente texture of pasta, all harmoniously blended in a creamy, tangy dressing. As you dive into this delectable salad, you'll also encounter the crunch of fresh vegetables, the nutty flavor of toasted walnuts, and the aromatic touch of fresh herbs. Whether you're seeking a refreshing summer side dish or a light and flavorful main course, this tomato and blue cheese pasta salad promises an unforgettable gastronomic experience. So, prepare to embark on a culinary adventure and savor every bite of this exquisite dish.

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BLUE CHEESE PASTA SALAD



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Blue cheese lovers celebrate! A blue cheese vinaigrette tossed with your favorite veggies: cherry tomatoes, crisp broccoli, avocado, and toasted almonds. For a lighter, less strong flavor, you can substitute feta cheese.

Provided by Carey | World of Pastabilities

Time 28m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

7-8 ounces of short pasta (I used our Dollar Sign shapes! About half a bag)
1 head broccoli, cut small florets only
1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved (I used red and yellow tomatoes for color)
1-2 avocados, diced
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds + more for garnish
Fresh basil leaves, julienned, for garnish (optional)
1 cup dressing (see below)
Salt and pepper to taste
Dressing:
4 green onions, chopped
2/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar (can sub white wine vinegar)
1 cup blue cheese crumbles (or substitute feta cheese for a lighter taste)
1 t. kosher salt
1/2 t. black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all dressing ingredients in a bowl and whisk until thoroughly combined, or place all ingredients in a mason jar or jelly jar with lid on tight, and shake until combined. May make ahead a few days and store in fridge.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, rinse with cold water.
  • Combine pasta with broccoli, tomatoes, avocado, and almonds and toss with dressing.
  • Serve and top with additional toasted almonds and fresh basil if desired.
  • Adjust seasonings to taste!

STEAKHOUSE TOMATO SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE



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Add a pop of color and flavor to your table with a refreshing recipe for Steakhouse Tomato Salad with blue cheese crumbles and fresh chives.

Provided by Kelly Senyei

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 cups halved cherry tomatoes
1 cup blue cheese crumbles
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1 Tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the tomatoes and blue cheese crumbles with the olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Top the salad with the chives and serve.
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Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 496 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TOMATO BLUE CHEESE PASTA SALAD



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Make and share this Tomato Blue Cheese Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Punky Julster

Categories     Penne

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) box of mini penne pasta, cooked and cooled to room temp
2 cups cherry tomatoes or 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup small fresh basil leaves, lightly packed or 4 tablespoons dried basil
1 1/2 cups finely crumbled blue cheese
4 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, toss tomatoes, basil, cheese, oil and vinegar.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Toss refrigerated mixture with cooled pasta and let stand at room temp for 15 minutes before serving.

BLUE CHEESE AND TOMATO SALAD



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Provided by Claire Robinson

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup garlic infused olive oil
3/4 cup (6 ounces) Greek yogurt (fat-free is good here)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
Water
4 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced 1/2-inch thick (different colors are best here)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, yogurt, Worcestershire and salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in the blue cheese; and add a little water if it's too thick, until desired consistency. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
  • To serve arrange the tomatoes on serving plates and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Top with creamy dressing and enjoy!

PENNE WITH GORGONZOLA AND TOMATOES



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Provided by Shelley Berger

Categories     Pasta     Tomato     Kid-Friendly     Blue Cheese     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 14 1/2-ounce can Italian plum tomatoes, drained, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried, crumbled
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, room temperature
6 ounce Gorgonzola cheese
1 pound penne pasta
1 cup freshly grated Romano or Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic and sauté until translucent, about 8 minutes. Stir in chopped tomatoes and basil. Cook until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, using spoon, beat butter with Gorgonzola until blended.
  • Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain well. Return pasta to pot.
  • Whisk Gorgonzola mixture into tomato sauce. Add sauce to pasta and stir to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with Romano and serve.

TOMATO, FRESH FIG AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



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Whether you get them from your backyard garden or the local farmers' market, tomatoes are one of summer's sweetest staples. In the kitchen, one of the best things a cook can do with a surfeit of ripe summer tomatoes is not to cook them. With such tasty beauties available (and given the tomato-pleasing heat), salads make more sense. Start simply by slicing big tomatoes into rounds and cutting smaller ones into wedges and the cherry and grape varieties in half. Very gently toss them with fresh herbs, balsamic vinegar, olive oil and good salt. Use whatever you've got to hand to dress up the pile. Here, we've used some crumbled blue cheese for tang, fresh figs for sweetness and a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts for crunch.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons pine nuts
1 large or 2 small ripe tomatoes, about 8 ounces, thinly sliced
1/2 pound fresh figs, cut into quarters
1 ounce crumbled blue cheese, like Fourme d'Ambert, more to taste
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar and salt. Whisk in oil.
  • In a small skillet over medium-low heat, toast pine nuts, shaking the pan occasionally, until light golden, about 2 minutes.
  • Spread tomato slices on a large plate. Scatter fig quarters and pine nuts over tomatoes. Sprinkle with cheese and thyme, drizzle with dressing and finish with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 237, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 230 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams

BLUE CHEESE PASTA SALAD



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Make and share this Blue Cheese Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Cheese

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces pasta, dried
4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
2 cups walnuts, toasted and chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons parsley, minced

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to directions. Immediately rinse with cold water and drain well.
  • Add cheese, walnuts, celery, mayonnaise, salt and pepper. Gently toss with 2 forks until the ingredients are well mixed. Refrigerate until serving.
  • You may need to add a little more mayonnaise if the salad seems dry.
  • Sprinkle with the parsley and serve slightly chilled.
  • Note; This pasta salad is best when made the day before it is to be served or at least several hours in advance, so that they flavor of the blue cheese has a chance to develop.
  • Keep in the refrigerator.

PASTA SALAD WITH SUMMER TOMATOES, BASIL AND OLIVE OIL



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This summery dish walks the line between tangy, juicy tomato salad and hearty pasta salad. To make it, ripe tomatoes are marinated with capers, garlic, basil and lots of good olive oil until they almost fall apart, creating a wonderfully soupy dressing for the pasta. Then the pasta is added while still hot to mix; as it cools, it absorbs all the bright flavors. If you can, choose heirloom tomatoes in an array of hues, and serve this in a glass bowl to show it off. Cubes of fresh mozzarella, or bocconcini, make for creamy addition. Add them just before serving, so the heat of the pasta doesn't melt the cheese.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     pastas, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds very ripe tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup drained capers or sliced olives
3 garlic cloves, finely grated or mashed to a paste
Kosher salt, as needed
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus more as needed
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 large basil sprig, plus 1/2 cup torn fresh basil leaves
3 oil-packed anchovy fillets, minced (optional)
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
1 pound short pasta, such as campanelle, fusilli or farfalle

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the tomatoes, capers, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, black pepper, red-pepper flakes, the whole basil sprig and anchovies if using. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir in 1/2 cup oil. Taste and add salt and pepper if needed. The tomatoes should be aggressively seasoned. Let tomatoes marinate for at least 1 hour and preferably 2 to 3.
  • Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until it is just al dente, usually a minute less than the package instructions. Drain well. Add to bowl with tomatoes while still warm and toss well. Let pasta cool, soaking up the dressing. Let pasta sit at room temperature for at least another hour and up to 6 hours before serving. Or chill for up to 24 hours; bring to room temperature before serving.
  • Just before serving, gently fold in torn basil leaves. Top with more olive oil and cracked black pepper before serving.

Tips:

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes: The quality of your tomatoes will make a big difference in the flavor of your pasta salad. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and have a slightly sweet smell.
  • Choose a good quality blue cheese: There are many different types of blue cheese available, so choose one that you enjoy the taste of. A sharp, tangy blue cheese will add a lot of flavor to the salad, while a milder blue cheese will be more subtle.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Pasta should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and won't hold up well in the salad.
  • Let the pasta salad chill before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the salad to become more refreshing.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil, oregano, or parsley, will add a pop of color and flavor to the salad.

Conclusion:

Tomato and blue cheese pasta salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer party or potluck. The combination of sweet tomatoes, tangy blue cheese, and al dente pasta is sure to please everyone. With a few simple tips, you can make a tomato and blue cheese pasta salad that is sure to be a hit.

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