Not only is it the culinary equivalent of a cool breeze on a scorching afternoon, but it also happens to be the go-to meal when your fridge looks like a jumble of half-used ingredients. Basil wilting?

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Summer is upon us, and so is pasta salad season. These pasta salad recipes are the perfect addition to any barbecue, potluck or weeknight dinner menu. They’re also the most popular among EatingWell ...

A welcome addition to any wine country picnic, this pesto pasta salad from Napa’s venerable Oakville Grocery pairs perfectly whatever you’d like to serve at a summer party, whether it’s poolside, at ...

Summer is almost over so kids of all ages are heading back to school. When it comes to packing lunches, change up the meal by adding a pesto salad into the mix. This salad is also a great way to ...

Summertime is finally here, and eating outdoors becomes normal. Whether its a picnic lunch at the park or beach, or a backyard BBQ, having summer friendly side-dishes can round out the perfect summer ...

For a summer barbecue, cold summer side salads complement any main dish. My go-to summer salads include refreshing ingredients like basil, tomatoes, cucumbers, watermelon and mint. This time, I ...

The first time I tried this cold pasta with arugula pesto, cherry tomatoes and mozzarella was during an impromptu lunch with friends in the middle of summer. Few ingredients, no desire to cook and the ...