Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our warm pasta salad, an exquisite dish that artfully combines earthy mushrooms, bitter radicchio, and tender pasta, all enveloped in a lusciously creamy dressing. This culinary masterpiece is a delightful dance on your palate, offering a play of textures and a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave you craving more. The roasted mushrooms lend a deep umami richness, while the crisp radicchio adds a touch of peppery bitterness, perfectly balanced by the smooth, velvety dressing. Alongside this main recipe, discover variations that cater to diverse dietary preferences and restrictions. Embark on a culinary journey with our gluten-free, vegan, and keto-friendly alternatives, each offering a unique twist while preserving the essence of this delectable dish.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
ITALIAN PASTA SALAD RECIPE
This is one satisfying and flavor-packed cold pasta salad with crunchy veggies, fresh herbs, rustic old-world salami, tangy olives, and mozzarella. A zesty Italian dressing brings it all together.
Provided by Suzy Karadsheh
Categories Salad
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Cook the pasta in boiling water according to package instructions until the pasta is cooked to al dante (don't forget to salt your water). Drain
- In a large bowl, mix the pasta with the tomatoes, chopped veggies, artichoke hearts, olives, pepperoncini, salami, mozzarella, and fresh herbs.
- In a small bowl or measuring cup, mix the dressing ingredients together.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.3 kcal, Carbohydrate 31.1 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Cholesterol 26.9 mg, Sodium 748.4 mg, Fiber 2.7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
WARM PASTA SALAD WITH MUSHROOMS AND RADICCHIO
Categories Salad Leafy Green Mushroom Pasta Side Quick & Easy High Fiber Lunch Pea Fall Healthy Gourmet Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a kettle of boiling salted water cook pasta until al dente.
- While pasta is cooking, in a large non-stick skillet heat 1 tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté all mushrooms with salt and pepper to taste, stirring occasionally, until golden brown. Add garlic and 1 tablespoon vinegar and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add broth and peas and simmer 3 minutes.
- Drain pasta in a colander and stir into mushroom mixture. Toss mixture and remove skillet from heat. In a large bowl whisk together mustard, remaining tablespoon oil, and remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar until blended. Add radicchio and toss to coat with dressing. Add pasta mixture and Parmesan and toss well.
WARM MUSHROOM SALAD
Steps:
- Clean the mushrooms by brushing the tops with a clean sponge. Don't wash them! Remove and discard the stems and slice the caps 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. In a large saute pan, heat the butter and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil until bubbly. Add the mushrooms, salt, and pepper to the pan, and saute for 3 minutes over medium heat, tossing frequently. Reduce the heat to low and saute for another 2 to 3 minutes, until cooked through.
- Meanwhile, arrange the arugula on 4 lunch plates (or on a platter) and cover each portion with 2 slices of prosciutto. When the mushrooms are cooked, add the sherry vinegar and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the hot pan. Spoon the mushrooms and sauce on top of the prosciutto. With a vegetable peeler, make large shavings of Parmesan cheese and place on top of the hot mushrooms. Sprinkle with the sun-dried tomatoes, parsley leaves, salt, and pepper, and serve warm.
RADICCHIO SALAD WITH CRUNCHY SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS AND BARLEY
A colorful grain salad is the perfect light meal. Here, barley adds heft and texture to a bitter leaf salad that's balanced with a sweet-tart dressing. The sleeper hit of this recipe are the crispy shiitake mushrooms, which impart deep flavor in two ways: They are pan-seared, and the caramelization left in the pan adds extra umami to the dressing. For gluten-free diets, you could substitute buckwheat groats or brown rice in place of the pearled barley.
Provided by Sue Li
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine barley, onion, garlic and 1 tablespoon kosher salt in a large pot. Add enough water to cover the barley by about 2 inches. Bring to a boil over high, then lower heat to medium-low and simmer until the grains are plump and tender, about 40 minutes. Drain the mixture, and discard the onion and garlic.
- After barley has cooked about 30 minutes, prepare the mushrooms: Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown and the ends are starting to curl and crisp, 9 to 10 minutes. Using a pair of tongs or a slotted spoon, transfer the mushrooms to a paper towel-lined plate and season with salt and pepper.
- Return the skillet with the oil back to medium heat. Add the shallot and cook, stirring, until golden, 1 to 2 minutes; turn off the heat. While the oil is still hot, stir in balsamic vinegar and maple syrup. Season with salt and pepper.
- On a platter, layer the radicchio with cooked barley and drizzle with balsamic vinegar dressing. Top with reserved mushrooms, parsley and dill before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.
WARM TOMATO PASTA SALAD
This Warm Tomato Pasta Salad is a caprese-inspired dish is perfect for feeding a crowd.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente, according to package instructions; drain.
- In a large bowl, toss warm pasta with tomatoes, mozzarella, onion, olive oil, parsley, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Serve.
Tips:
- Use a variety of mushrooms. This will give your salad a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include shiitake, oyster, and cremini mushrooms.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the mushrooms. This will prevent them from steaming instead of browning.
- Cook the pasta al dente. This means that it should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
- Use a good quality olive oil. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
- Season the salad to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices as desired.
- Serve the salad warm or at room temperature. It's also delicious chilled, but the flavors will be more pronounced if you serve it warm.
Conclusion:
This warm pasta salad with mushrooms and radicchio is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover pasta and vegetables. The combination of flavors and textures in this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. 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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