PASTA SALAD 3 WAYS (Literally The Best Pasta Salads I've Ever Had)
It's time to get excited about pasta salad again. I'm showing you my take on 3 classics fit for a king or a casual backyard bbq. Use my link get your 2 free lobster tails and 2 grassfed ribeyes when you try Butcher Box:
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CREAMY
2000g/2qt water
45g or 2.5tbsp salt
225g or 1/2lb elbow macaroni
25g or 2tbsp white distilled vinegar
splash of olive oil
30g or 1/2c shallot finely minced and rinsed
60g or 1/2c celery, finely chopped
30g or 1/3c scallion, thinly sliced
100g or 3/4 cup frozen peas (thawed)
100g or 1/4lb bacon, crispy and chopped
5g or 1/2-3/4c fresh dill
black pepper & salt to taste
DRESSING FOR CREAMY
Add the following into a high sided container:
1 egg
50g or 1/4c sour cream
25g or 2tbsp dijon mustard
15g 1 1/4tbsp sugar
10g or 3/4tbsp lemon juice
5g or 1tsp Worcestershire
5g or 3/4-1tsp salt
1/2 clove garlic.
300g or 1 1/3c neutral oil (light colored olive oil, grapeseed, canola)
Blend with immersion blender and stream in oil.
Add water and salt to med-lrg saucepan and bring to boil. Add pasta and boil for about 11min or until tender. Drain, reserving a few scoops of pasta water. Add vinegar and a splash of olive oil to drained pasta and allow to cool to room temp. Once cooled, add shallot, celery, scallion, peas, bacon. Add a couple of dollops of creamy dressing and a bit of pasta water and gently stir until pasta is well coated, but not swimming in dressing. Add dill, salt and pepper to taste, & stir to combine.
PESTO PASTA SALAD
2000g/2qt water
45g or 2.5tbsp salt
225g or 1/2lb pasta (I use shells)
25g or 2tbsp white distilled vinegar
splash of olive oil
300g or 1 1/4c pesto (recipe below) + more for garnish
200g or 1c mozzarella pearls, halved
200g or 1c cherry tomatoes, halved (I recommend sungolds)
Strong pinch grated parm
Add water and salt to med-lrg saucepan and bring to boil. Add pasta and boil for about 12min or until tender. Drain. Add vinegar and olive oil to drained pasta, stir, and allow to cool to room temp. Add pesto and stir to combine. Add mozz, tomatoes, and strong pinch of parm. Fold to combine.
PESTO for SALAD
Add the following to food processor and spin on high for 20-30sec or until well broken down.
100g or 3/4c toasted pine nuts or walnuts
100g or 5ish c basil
20g 1ish c parsley
30g or 1/2c shallot (minsed and rinsed)
100g or 1+c grated parm
225g or 1 3/4c cold olive oil
5g or 3/4-1tsp salt
30g or 2tbsp lemon juice
CLASSIC MOM'S SYLE/DELI PASTA SALAD
2000g/2qt water
45g or 2.5tbsp salt
225g or 1/2lb pasta (I use rotini)
25g or 2 tbsp white distilled vinegar
splash of olive oil
150g or 1/2-3/4c b-man's Italian Dressing (recipe below)
65g or 1/4c fresh mozzarella, diced
100g or 1/2c black olives, halved
50g or 1/2c pepperoncini, sliced
100g or 1 3/4c oil-packed sun dried tomatoes, sliced
60g or 1/2 of a med red bell pepper, diced small
60g or 1/4lb Genoa salami, sliced
75g or 3/4c grated parmesan
Add water and salt to med-lrg saucepan and bring to boil. Add pasta and boil for about 11-12min or until tender. Drain. Add vinegar and olive oil to drained pasta, stir, and allow to cool to room temp. Add dressing, mozz, olives, pepperoncini, sun dried tomatoes, red bell pepper, salami, and grated parm. Stir to combine and add additional dressing, parm, and/or salt to taste, if needed.
BMAN'S ITALIAN DRESSING
Add the following into a high-sided container, blend with immersion blender and slowly stream in 200g or 1c neutral oil (light colored olive oil, canola, grapeseed, etc)
25g red wine vinegar
45g or or 2 tbsp white distilled vinegar
20g or 1/3c red onion, rinsed
1 garlic clove
15g or 1/8-1/4 of a red bell pepper
25g 1 1/2tbsp grainy mustard
15g or 1 1/4tbsp sugar
5g 3/4-1tsp salt
1/4 tsp each of: oregano, basil, black pepper, and chili flake
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Creamy CUCUMBER PASTA Salad Recipe with Easy Dressing | Vegetarian and Vegan Recipes | Salad Recipes
Creamy Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe with an easy homemade dressing is just great for the summer. This delicious vegetarian and vegan recipe makes a great side dish for any meal. So make this creamy pasta salad for your next barbecue party.
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▶️ Pasta Salad Recipe INGREDIENTS:
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1/2 cup / 125g Plant-Based Yogurt (I have added oats yogurt, but non-vegans can use regular yogurt)
1/2 cup / 125g Vegan Mayonnaise (Non-vegans can use regular mayonnaise)
1 Teaspoon Dijon Mustard
1+1/2 to 2 Tablespoon White Vinegar or White wine vinegar
Salt to taste (I have added 1/2 Pink Himalayan Salt which is milder than the regular salt)
1 Teaspoon Sugar or to taste
(NOTE: I have added organic cane sugar but you could also add liquid sweetener of your choice eg. Maple syrup, agave etc. just adjust the quantity to your taste)
1/2 Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper or to taste
1/8 Teaspoon / a pinch of Cayenne Pepper (OPTIONAL)
3 Tablespoon / 9g Fresh Dill - finely chopped (If you find the flavour of dill too strong then reduce the quantity)
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200g / 2+1/4 cups approx. Rotini Pasta (or macaroni pasta)
8 to 9 cups of Boiling water
Generous amount of salt ( I have added 1/2 teaspoon salt)
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3 cups / 320g (tips and seeds removed) / 1 English Cucumber (whole 433g by weight with seeds) - Remove the seeds of the cucumber and the tips and then thinly slice it
1/2 cup / 70g Celery - chopped (1 celery stalk approx.)
1/2 cup / 65g Red Onion - thinly sliced
▶️ METHOD:
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Bring 8 to 9 cups of water to a boil and add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add the dry pasta and cook as per package instructions. Once cooked drain the pasta and rinse it off with cold water to stop the cooking process. Then let it sit in the strainer to drain the water while we prepare the rest of the ingredients.
???? To prepare the salad dressing:
To a bowl add the plant based yogurt, vegan mayonnaise, dijon mustard, white vinegar, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, chopped fresh dill and mix well.
✅ PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU LIKE THE SALAD DRESSING SWEET INCREASE THE SUGAR QUANTITY AND IF YOU LIKE IT TANGY INCREASE THE VINEGAR. It tastes good both ways.
???? Cut the cucumber lengthwise. Then remove the seeds with a spoon and chop it into thin slices. Chop the celery and slice the red onion as well. Transfer the chopped celery, sliced cucumber, onion and cooked pasta. Add the dressing and mix well. Cover and chill it in the refrigerator for 40 to 45 minutes before serving.
This recipes is perfect make ahead salad for your summer barbecue parties and also for meal prep / meal planning, as it stores in the refrigerator for up to 4 days (if stored well in an airtight container)
▶️ IMPORTANT TIPS:
???? Add the salad dressing little at a time and not all at once and taste as you go, until it reaches the desired taste
???? I have added organic cane sugar to the dressing but you could add liquid sweetener of your choice instead eg. Maple syrup, agave etc. just adjust the quantity to your taste
???? IF YOU LIKE THE SALAD DRESSING SWEET INCREASE THE SUGAR QUANTITY AND IF YOU LIKE IT TANGY INCREASE THE VINEGAR. It tastes good both ways
???? After you mix the dressing with the pasta and veggies, CHILL IT IN THE REFRIGERATOR FOR 40 TO 45 MINUTES BEFORE SERVING. This will allow the flavours to blend and it tastes good cold
???? This recipes is perfect for meal prep / meal planning, as it stores in the refrigerator for up to 4 days (if stored well in an airtight container)
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Secret to a PERFECT Creamy Macaroni Salad Recipe, Easy Step by Step with Mustard & Mayo!!
In this recipe, you will learn how to make the most delicious macaroni salad. With my tips you’ll learn how to season it just right, master the perfect balance in flavors, and you'll have a perfect classic macaroni salad every time ❤️ Steph & Cloud
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Ingredients
1 16oz box macaroni pasta
2 carrots, shredded
2 large celery stalks, finely cubed and chopped
1 red bell pepper, cubed and chopped
1 green bell pepper, cubed and chopped
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 to 3 cups of mayonnaise
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream (for extra creamy result)
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 Tbsp salt + 1/2 Tbsp to salt macaroni pasta water
1/4 cup white vinegar (Add after the heavy whipping cream)
1/4 tsp celery seed
*Celery and heavy whipping cream are optional, not a deal breaker for this recipe
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TASTIEST High Protein Creamy Chicken Alfredo! ONLY 542 CALS #pasta #fatloss #foodie #recipe #fitness
High Protein Creamy Chicken Alfredo! 542 Calories | 65g protein | 47g carbs | 12g fat
One of my new favourite pasta recipes, so simple, delicious and a perfect way to satisfy your creamy pasta cravings while on a weight loss journey!
Chicken marinade:
• Chicken breast cut in halves (roughly 300g raw weight)
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp Italian herbs
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp onion powder
• tsp salt & pepper
• 1-2 tsp olive oil
Mix well
Cook for 5 mins on each side! Medium heat
Pasta:
• 120g uncooked pasta (roughly 240g cooked weight)
• 1 tsp salt
Creamy sauce:
• 200ml low fat milk
• 100g light cream cheese (i use lightest Philadelphia)
• 20g parmesan or shredded mozzarella
• 1 tsp Italian herbs
• 1/2 cup pasta water
Once added to the pan, bring to a light boil then lower the heat and add the cooked pasta and chicken
• Garnish with parsley & parmesan
This recipe makes 2 servings!
Macros per serving:
542 calories | 65g protein | 47g carbs | 12g fat
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