This beautiful, layered pasta salad is absolutely packed with flavors and textures! It includes both roasted and fresh vegetables, along with a pretty, basil-dill pesto. A gorgeous centerpiece that'll be the crown jewel of any party or buffet table!

A delicious macaroni salad is alllllll about that dressing! This recipe leverages cashews along with vegan mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, maple syrup, olive oil, mustard, and plenty of spices to create a divinely creamy, flavorful dressing. For sure, nobody's gonna miss that store-bought, deli-counter macaroni salad!

Italian pasta salad is always a crowd favorite at potlucks and BBQs! Studded with classic ingredients like tomatoes, peppers, onion, and black olives, this version throws in extra flavor from sun-dried tomatoes and tosses it all with an Italian-seasoned, red wine vinaigrette dressing.

A little spicy, quick to make, and full of veggies! This pasta salad features a ginger- and garlic-accented peanut sauce. And, it's an ideal way to use up leftover spaghetti noodles. Smart!

Loaded with cheese-y, bacon-y, ranch-y flavors! Plus, it's ready in just 20 minutes, and it's a great make-ahead recipe, since it keeps well for up to 7 days (and is actually best prepped a day ahead of time).

With every bite, there’s something to look forward to in this couscous salad! Will you get a spoonful with buttery Castelvetrano olives? Or will you be met with briny marinated artichoke hearts? Plus there are cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, fresh summer basil, garlic ... and the star of the show, Israeli couscous (aka giant or pearl couscous).

Never thought of including fruit in your pasta salad? Think again! This is pure summer bliss, bursting with sweet strawberries, intermingled with creamy avocado, fresh spinach, crunchy little poppy seeds, and a drizzle of balsamic vinaigrette. Light and refreshing ... and it's all ready in under 20 minutes!

Riff and adapt this scrumptious recipe with your favorite shape and type of pasta, and with whatever roasted veggies you prefer. Just don't miss out on the dressing!

This crunchy, light twist on orzo salad includes shredded cabbage, a light and tasty citrusy dressing, toasted almonds for crunch, and dried cranberries for a touch of sweetness. Soft and crunchy ... sweet and sour ... so many textures and flavors!

Full of Mexican flair from black beans, corn, tomatoes, and cilantro, all draped in a creamy, Mexican-spiced dressing!

This salad is like a wonderfully fresh taste of Italy, whipped up in your very own kitchen! Roasted eggplant, red onions, tomatoes, and capers are elevated by the complex flavors of figs, pine nuts, pomegranates, basil, and vegan feta.

A refreshing salad that pops with flavorful Asian notes from ginger, mirin, sesame oil, ponzu sauce, and Togarashi spice. (But don't worry if you can't find Togarashi spice in your local grocery's Asian food section or in specialty food markets. The post tells you how to easily make your own!)

This recipe offers a triple-pop of tomato flavor! It uses sun-dried tomatoes in the dressing, and then stirs more of them into the salad itself, alongside sliced, fresh tomatoes. Capers, Kalamata olives, parsley, and vegan feta cheese add even more punch to this easy but showy pasta salad.

This gluten free pasta salad is absolutely bursting with healthy vegetables, along with a homemade Italian dressing and gluten free pasta. Super flavorful, and really quick and easy to make ahead in less than 15 minutes!

This is no "ordinary" vegan pasta salad! The uniquely tangy, rich Italian dressing calls on cashews for vegan-friendly creaminess. And, thanks to chickpea pasta, kidney beans, and edamame, this recipe comes out to almost 20g of protein per serving!

This Greek-style salad recipe includes a super-easy homemade vegan feta, which uses common ingredients and takes just a few minutes to make (hint: you'll find lots more uses for it, I just betcha!). Combine your homemade feta with penne, fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion for classic taste that's completely vegan-friendly!

This bright vegan couscous salad features chickpeas, lots of fresh veggies, and a chili-lime vinaigrette. Oh ... and let's not forget the sweet-and-smoky flavor of lightly charred, fresh summer sweet corn!

A clever, homemade vegan tuna salad (make sure to note the base recipe HERE) is the flavorful start for this pasta salad recipe. Celery, green pepper, and red onion add classic flavor and great texture. Serve it up straightaway, or chill for later ... it's great either way!

Sautéed asparagus and creamy white beans are nestled between curly fusilli pasta, then seasoned with fresh dill and parsley and tossed in a lemon tahini dressing. This vegan pasta salad is a healthy, no mayo option that's perfect for spring or summer menus!

Fresh bell peppers, cucumbers, and sweet onions are elevated by a simple dressing with rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Toss on some toasted sesame seeds, cilantro, and fresh basil for a pretty and flavorful garnish.

Ready in only 20 minutes, this is a fun twist on traditional recipes. It uses classic, Italian pasta salad ingredients, tossed in a creamy hummus sauce for even more flavor and nutrition!

A pineapple-spiked version of classic macaroni salad, with a creamy, sweet-and-tangy tropical dressing, plus crunchy bits of carrot and pickle. No wonder it's quickly become this food blogger's most popular summer potluck recipe!

This easy salad showcases tomatoes, cucumber, and orzo with fresh basil, an alluring hint of fresh mint, and a light, lemony dressing. For even more creative inspiration, there's a long list of vegan (and non-vegan) ingredients to swap in, any way you please!

An oil-free homemade southwest ranch dressing adds layer upon layer of flavor to this salad, and three kinds of peppers add great crunch! Using lentil pasta offers an extra protein boost while adding texture.

Don't stop making pasta salad just because summer's over! This pretty version embraces autumn's seasonal flavors with ingredients like broccoli, pecans, and cranberries, all tossed with pasta in a yummy homemade vinaigrette. Great tips about avoiding dried-out pasta salads, too!

Raise your hand if you looooove avocados. I mean really, really, REALLY love 'em! I hear ya ... and this one's for you! With both avocado chunks, plus avocados blended into the dressing, this salad is super creamy and loaded with heart-healthy monounsaturated fatty acids, fiber, and a slew of vitamins and minerals.

Corn and tomatoes give this salad a summery feel, although you'll happily enjoy it any time of year! Napa cabbage adds crunch, and quinoa gives it all a protein boost. You can use any color of quinoa you happen to have, but red looks extra-nice!

This simple, light, and refreshing salad showcases sweet peas, offset by tangy lemon. So easy to make anytime – you can even use frozen peas!

The curried dressing begins with creamy coconut milk, plus aromatic spices, to build a delectable curry flavor. It's fabulous with an array of veggies, including baby corn, edamame, and red cabbage. Bonus: the dressing can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for a week in an air-tight glass container.

This recipe's unique pesto combines parsley, mint, baby spinach, pine nuts, and marjoram with blanched spring onions (which offer a subtle, oniony flavor without overpowering the other flavors the way raw garlic can). Sprinkling edible flowers on top adds a wow factor that’s bound to impress your friends – but, of course, you can make it without the flowers if you can't find them.

Can't decide between a green tossed salad and a pasta salad? Hey hey – now you can have both! Combine some mixed greens with cooked pasta, dollop on the scrumptious dressing, and garnish with crunchy peanuts and maybe some cilantro and juicy lime wedges. Delightful ... and ready in just 15 minutes!