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Summertime Tuna Pasta Salad

SUBMITTED BY: CORWYNN DARKHOLME 

Crispy fresh broccoli, carrots, celery and cucumber go for a festive toss with pasta, creamy salad dressing and a happy sprinkling of dill to make a delightful, chilled summer salad.

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Summer Time Fun Pasta Salad

Submitted by: ashleyliebenberg 
A light bow tie pasta salad with ranch dressing and cucumber has only four ingredients. Mix it up, let it sit for at least an hour, and serve nice and cold. 

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Betty's Chicken Salad

Submitted by: jsmisek Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
This classic chicken and pasta salad has celery, hard-cooked eggs, and slivered almonds. It's perfect for you next wedding or baby shower. 

Grandma Susie's Macaroni Salad

Submitted by: comfortfoodmama 
Home Town: Salado, Texas, USA
Living In: Nampa, Idaho, USA
Colorful spiral pasta, yellow and red bell peppers, black olives, and ham star in this family-favorite pasta salad. Chill before serving or refrigerate overnight for the best flavor. 

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Grandma Bellows' Lemony Shrimp Macaroni Salad with Herbs

Submitted by: Parizienne Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Home Town: Upland, California, USA
Living In: Sacramento, California, USA
A light, lemony shrimp and pasta salad to be served cold has a pretty garnish of sliced hard-cooked eggs on top. It's Grandmother's time-tested recipe. 

Grandma Susie's Macaroni Salad

Submitted by: comfortfoodmama 
Home Town: Salado, Texas, USA
Living In: Nampa, Idaho, USA
Colorful spiral pasta, yellow and red bell peppers, black olives, and ham star in this family-favorite pasta salad. Chill before serving or refrigerate overnight for the best flavor. 

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Provided by: Mary
This is a great summer pasta salad for barbeques and more. It has a slightly sweet, creamy dressing, and is loaded with chicken, cashews, and crunchy veggies. 
 

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