Say hello to the star side dish of summer—cold pasta salads that are anything but boring. These vibrant recipes are bursting with bold flavors like zesty Mexican spice, creamy cheddar cheese, sweet summer peaches, tangy pepperoncini, and savory Caesar dressing. From a crowd-pleasing classic macaroni salad to a sesame noodle twist and even a pesto-packed bow tie pasta, there’s something here to pair with every burger, rib, or grilled skewer you throw on the BBQ. Get ready to scoop up seconds—these chilled pasta salads are the kind you’ll want to make on repeat all season long.

Zesty Mexican Macaroni Salad

A large bowl of colorful macaroni salad with chopped vegetables and herbs, mixed with dressing. A wooden spoon is in the bowl. Nearby are bowls of peppercorns and salt with gold spoons. Green onions are in the background.
Zesty Mexican Macaroni Salad. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Zesty Mexican macaroni salad with a creamy, tangy dressing, fresh vegetables, and a perfect kick of spice is a twist on a classic favorite!
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Classic Macaroni Salad With Cheese For A Crowd

A bowl of creamy macaroni and cheese with green peas, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, served in a white dish on a yellow surface.
Classic Macaroni Salad With Cheese For A Crowd. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Classic Macaroni Salad With Cheese For A Crowd is a summer time comfort food, which is great for dinners, picnics or to take to pot lucks.
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Creamy Macaroni Salad With Cheese

Close-up of a creamy macaroni salad in a wooden bowl, garnished with chopped herbs and freshly ground black pepper. The macaroni is coated in a rich, white dressing. A wooden spoon is partially visible on the side.
Creamy Macaroni Salad With Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

A Southern-style macaroni salad made with a creamy mayo, sour cream and dijon mustard dressing. Mix with cheddar cheese to finish, and served chilled.
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Cold Antipasto Pasta Salad With Pepperoncini Peppers

A bowl of Italian pasta salad with ribbon-shaped pasta, sliced salami, artichoke hearts, red bell peppers, pepperoncini, fresh basil, and cracked black pepper, with two forks resting in the bowl.
Cold Antipasto Pasta Salad With Pepperoncini Peppers. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This irresistible antipasto pasta salad is EASY to make with a simple homemade dressing, an Italian inspired pasta that’s great for Summer.
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Bow Tie Pasta Salad With Basil Pesto

A glass bowl filled with farfalle pasta mixed with pesto, cherry tomatoes, pine nuts, and grated cheese sits on a light-colored surface next to a spoon and a small bowl of grated cheese.
Bow Tie Pasta Salad With Basil Pesto. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Easy to make basil pesto pasta salad with bow tie pasta is a flavorful, colorful side that’s great for summer picnics or cookouts.
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Summer Pasta Salad With Fresh Peaches

A bowl of pasta salad with chopped peaches, cherry tomatoes, herbs, pine nuts, and black pepper. A whole peach and a light blue cloth napkin are beside the bowl on the table.
Summer Pasta Salad With Fresh Peaches. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This refreshing summer salad is made with fresh peach slices, sweet corn, juicy grape tomatoes, pine nuts, and your favorite pasta.
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Italian Pasta Salad Recipe Recipe

A white bowl filled with rotini pasta salad, featuring cherry tomatoes, yellow bell peppers, cucumbers, olives, chopped herbs, and slices of salami, all lightly dressed.
Italian Pasta Salad Recipe Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Italian Pasta salad has it all! Tender pasta, salty pepperoni, cubed mozzarella, lots of diced veggies and a homemade garlic dressing.
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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

A bowl of pasta salad with bow tie pasta, grilled chicken, bacon, parmesan, and lettuce, garnished with dressing. Surrounding the bowl are romaine lettuce, garlic, lemon halves, and a small bowl of bacon bits.
Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

If you love Caesar salad and pasta then you are going to love my Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad Recipe! Perfect for a pot luck, BBQ or dinner.
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Sesame Noodle Salad Recipe

A bowl of spaghetti topped with colorful vegetables and nuts. The dish includes red and orange bell peppers, green herbs, cabbage, and chopped peanuts, all mixed with the pasta in a light sauce.
Sesame Noodle Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Shake up your salad game with this quick and easy Sesame Noodle Salad recipe. Enjoy lukewarm or cold, this dish is packed full of flavor.
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41 Lazy Slow Cooker Recipes for When You Just Can’t

A bowl of rotini pasta with sliced chicken, spinach, tomatoes, creamy sauce, and grated cheese, served on a red plate. A fork holds a piece of chicken above the dish.
41 Lazy Slow Cooker Recipes. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

Lazy days call for the easiest slow cooker recipes that practically cook themselves. These dump-and-go crockpot meals deliver big flavor with minimal effort—just toss in your ingredients and let the slow cooker work its magic. From tender beef and BBQ pulled pork to creamy chicken dishes and hearty stews, these recipes make weeknight dinners and cozy weekend meals a breeze. Get All The Recipes: 41 Lazy Slow Cooker Recipes for When You Just Can’t