cinderellasapron These salads are perfect for Spring and Summer! Whether its for lunch, picnics or BBQ’s, there are sure to impress and satisfy!
Pesto and Pea Tortellini
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Ingredients
- 1 pound cheese tortellini, cooked
- 1 1/2 cups pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup peas
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
- basil for garnish
Directions
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Serve warm or cold. Stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Strawberry Spinach Salad
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Ingredients
- 8 oz. baby spinach
- 3 cups strawberries, sliced
- 8 oz. goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 red onion, sliced
- 1 Tbsp. poppy seeds
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Directions
- Combine the spinach, strawberries, goat cheese, and onions in a bowl. Separately, combine the poppy seeds, vinegar, sugar, salt, and oil. Shake until well combined. Pour onto salad and serve.
Broccoli Ramen Slaw
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Ingredients
- 12 oz broccoli slaw
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 packages uncooked (chicken) Ramen, crumbled
- 1 cup sunflower seeds
- 1 cup craisins
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1/4 cup sesame oil
- 2 chicken seasoning packets from ramen
Directions
- Combine the slaw, bell pepper, onions, crumbled ramen, sunflower seeds, and craisins in a bowl. In a seperate bowl, combine the sugar, vinegar, oil, sesame oil, and seasoning packets. Pour over the salad, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to overnight,.
The Ultimate Potato Salad
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Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs. cooked golden potatoes, chopped
- 2 large hard boiled eggs
- 1/2 Tbsp. salt
- 1 cup mayo
- 1/2 cup dill pickles, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 3 Tbsp. yellow mustard
- 1 tsp. celery salt
- 4 drops hot sauce(optional)
- 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
Directions
- Combine the potatoes, eggs, pickles, onion, pepper, celery, and jalapeno. Combine remaining ingredients and add to potatoes. Serve with a sprinkle of parsley.
Chicken Club Pasta Salad
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Ingredients
- 1 pound penne, cooked
- 1/2 pound grilled chicken, diced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half
- 3 cups romaine, chopped
- 5 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
Directions
- Combine the penne, chicken, tomatoes, romaine and bacon in a large bowl. Pour the ranch and parmesan on top, and mix well. Sprinkle with a little extra bacon if desired.
