Thursday, March 26, 2009

Foodie Friday! Fresh Spring Pasta Salad

It's Foodie Friday!

I couldn't wait
to share 
this recipe with you!

It's a very
Springy & Fresh
Pasta Salad....


Julienne  Asparagus, a Red Onion, a Yellow & Orange Pepper
into 2 inch sticks.  
I make them about the same size as Penne Pasta.
Put the asparagus aside to blanch.
Meanwhile, grill 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts 
with  S&P, Italian seasonings and Minced Garlic.

Boil the Penne to al Dente.  
The last minute -  I toss in the asparagus to blanch.


Add a palm full of Italian Seasonings, Salt & Pepper & Minced Garlic. 



Now for the Secret Ingredient...
 (besides love) 
Girard's White Balsamic
Salad Dressing.

Enjoy!

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32 comments:

  1. KathyMarch 27, 2009 at 12:22 AM

    Happy Foodie Friday Robyn, your Fresh spring pasta salad looks delicious, will try this over the weekend for sure. Kathy.

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  2. Life on the EdgeMarch 27, 2009 at 12:27 AM

    Yum! This looks delicious, and so healthy with all the veggies!

    Kady

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  3. Life on the EdgeMarch 27, 2009 at 12:28 AM

    Yum, this looks really good! So healthy too with all the veggies!

    Kady

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  4. xinexMarch 27, 2009 at 12:42 AM

    This looks so good, Robyn and it might be the first pasta salad that I will ever prepare. Thanks for coming by and seeing me in my jammies. LOL!...Christine

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  5. AnonymousMarch 27, 2009 at 4:44 AM

    Thanks for this I've had pasta on the brain this week...looks great!
    Robin Rane'
    All Things Heart and HOme

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  6. susanMarch 27, 2009 at 5:37 AM

    This looks great. We love Girard's Ceasar dressing!

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  7. BoMarch 27, 2009 at 7:47 AM

    Hi Robyn...this looks out of this world delicious...I LOVE asparagus!
    I'm going to look for the Girard's dressing... ;-) Bo

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  8. SmilingSallyMarch 27, 2009 at 8:59 AM

    This looks good!

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  9. angeloMarch 27, 2009 at 9:05 AM

    This looks and sounds perfect. I have been having a lot of pasta lately and happy to add this to the mix.

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  10. TardevilMarch 27, 2009 at 9:10 AM

    That looks really good, and easy, which is what I like! I've never seen that kind of salad dressing. I'm going to have to look for it. I think my husband would really like it. Thanks for your encouraging words on my blog. A new "addition" will be loads of fun, I'm sure! ;O)

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  11. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaMarch 27, 2009 at 9:22 AM

    GM Robyn this looks so YUMMY Girl..thanks for shared and we are getting into salad weather YAHOO!! hugs and smiles Gl♥ria

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  12. BridgetMarch 27, 2009 at 9:30 AM

    Robyn that looks so pretty. I'm going to give this one a try. I like a nice light pasta salad. I'm not a lover of peppers but I'll add them for the color and pick them out later. lol

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  13. UnknownMarch 27, 2009 at 9:47 AM

    Yummmm...what a pretty, colorful and delicious sounding pasta salad.

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  14. HelenMarch 27, 2009 at 10:19 AM

    Pasta Salad!!! That is now on my dinner menu tonight ... a big think you for inspiring me.

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  15. ChandyMarch 27, 2009 at 10:53 AM

    Wow, wow Robyn... I love that salad! Yummy in my tummy!

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  16. StaceyMarch 27, 2009 at 11:18 AM

    Oh that looks so good. I will definitely try this recipe. Delicious!

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  17. The Raggedy GirlMarch 27, 2009 at 11:33 AM

    What a nice recipe and thank you for sharing.

    Have A Fabulous Friday
    from Roberta Ann--the Raggedy Girl

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  18. AnonymousMarch 27, 2009 at 12:18 PM

    What a great recipe, and I love the little pink heart-shaped dish. Thanks for visiting my blog, and thanks for sharing this recipe. ~Arleen

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  19. The Bloom GirlsMarch 27, 2009 at 12:37 PM

    That pasta salad looks delicious and is so colorfully beautiful! It is a table decoration in itself! Thanks so much for stopping by our blog for Foodie Friday. (www.thebloomgirls.com) I think you are right about our "petite chef" she just may be the next Paula Deen or Rachel Ray!

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  20. AnonymousMarch 27, 2009 at 1:29 PM

    This looks yummy. I'm always looking for new salad recipes for summer barbecues. Thanks.

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  21. Rattlebridge FarmMarch 27, 2009 at 2:03 PM

    Delicious, Robyn! I will try that dressing, too.

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  22. Room Service ~ Decorating 101March 27, 2009 at 2:49 PM

    I make this too, but I cook the veggies alittle bit. Then add some feta cheese...yummy! thanks for the sweet comment today!

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  23. Susan @ A Southern DaydreamerMarch 27, 2009 at 3:11 PM

    Happy Foodie Friday Robyn! This looks delicious! Have a great weekend ~ Susan

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  24. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiMarch 27, 2009 at 4:20 PM

    Yummy -- looks good and healthy too! Nice for the summer Robyn. I'll write this down to keep.
    X0 Pat

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  25. DebMarch 27, 2009 at 4:37 PM

    Mmmmm! Looks so good! I bet it's a great recipe for a party! Deb

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  26. SalmagundiMarch 27, 2009 at 6:43 PM

    Sounds good!! Is that salad dressing a local thing? I don't recall seeing it before. Have a great weekend. Sally

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  27. DixieMarch 27, 2009 at 9:28 PM

    beautiful and delicious! now.. do you think some of our stale sugar free peeps would make a good side dish!? (I like 'em stale too...LOL)
    hugs. Dixie

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  28. Cass @ That Old HouseMarch 27, 2009 at 10:35 PM

    Lovely salad. I love pasta salads... and the season is almost here. I've never seen that salad dressing, though ... will have to find a substitute.

    Cass

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  29. jeanneMarch 27, 2009 at 11:05 PM

    Robyn, your salad looks yummy. I have never tried that dressing before. You can bet I will now. I see you cooked the asparagus with the pasta. A great idea. Your heart dish is so cute and PINK. Love it.

    Hugs...Jeanne
    PS love your songs. I listened to both songs. Fun!

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  30. CarolMarch 28, 2009 at 10:36 AM

    That looks great!

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  31. Bargain Decorating with LaurieMarch 28, 2009 at 8:02 PM

    That mixture of colors is so pretty. It sounds delicious. laurie

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  32. mrsbenApril 5, 2009 at 12:24 PM

    From the ingredients, definitely yummy and nutritious! Thanks Robyn.

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