Enjoy these easy and zesty Italian pasta salad recipes that are absolutely delicious, especially during the hot summer months. Use these recipes for picnics, parties, or for your own family dinner.

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in skillet over medium heat; add asparagus and garlic.

A drizzle of olive oil infused with the fragrant zest of Meyer lemons adds a gourmet touch to simple dishes like grilled ...

This tangy-coleslaw-meets-creamy-pasta-salad features a nutty sauce inspired ... soft baby lettuces, and a zesty vinaigrette punctuated with karashi, or hot Japanese mustard.

Adding salt to the water will infuse flavour into the pasta itself, enhancing the entire dish. Without it, your salad can end up tasting bland, no matter how zesty your dressing is. Pasta salad ...