Cold Pasta Salad

Breakfast is what sets you ticking to gear up for the day ahead. Healthy, fulsome breakfast not only provides sustainable energy but also sails you through a diet regimen. So, here are the top 10 cold breakfast recipes, which will send you tingly with the... -

If you are looking for some easy to prepare yet elegant pasta starters , then browse through this blog on pasta appetizer ideas. Ifood offers you a wonderful opportunity to enhance and show your culinary skills to your near and dear one with these simple,... -

Never ask a Spaniard about how to eat Gazpacho , unless you are ready to devote at least half of your day listening to the intricate details of how the recipe for Gazpacho was developed, the different variations, the good old days, the traditional meal... -

  The best thing about working with a pasta menu is that you can use your own imagination and experimentation in the kitchen and concoct something perfectly delicious. Think about the kinds of pasta you like, the various... -

When one thinks of Italian cuisine , Pasta is what comes to mind first. Pasta cooked perfectly and with the right combination of ingredients can be an absolutely mouth watering dish- a real treat for your taste buds. It is light on the... -

Making healthy meal is not only a challenging job, it is also very difficult because while preparing meal for your family you need to prepare something that is tasty, healthy, and nutritious.  In such a scenario,  Healthy pasta meals are a perfect... -

These pasta cookbooks are some of the best available in the market today. They all have their positives and yes, a minor negative or two as well.  Here is a succinct pasta cookbook review to help you out. You should be able to find all of them online on... -

  One might have to counter quite a few raised eyebrows if caught eating pasta for breakfast, not only because it is not a traditional breakfast dish, but also since the recent trend is to shun away all high carb foods, with pasta topping the... -

Pasta dishes  when prepared using healthy ingredients are full of folic acid and fiber, essential for providing steady energy to remain active. Kids love to eat p asta . It can be served in varied ways by preparing healthy toppings at home. Check out some... -

Pasta bread bowl  is a fun concept to introduce at gatherings. The fad has caught on even more since Dominos introduced their pasta bowl preparations. So what are the uses of a pasta bread bowl, you may ask? It enhances the decorative value of your dinner... -

Frozen pasta is a great option to tot up a quick dish on those  hungry evenings when you wish you had something easy and yummy at your disposal. Cooking frozen pasta   is no more or less difficult or complicated than cooking fresh or... -

How to serve pasta after preparing it at home? When we have pasta in our favorite restaurants, we love the way in which our favorite dish is presented, but when we try to do it in the same way at home, it becomes really difficult and we run short of ideas.... -

Often while cooking pasta it happens that more quantity is cooked than actually needed but there is no need to worry, instead of throwing you can store the leftover for reuse later. If you feel the paste more than required, apply about two to three teaspoons... -

Being a pasta patron, Ditalini simply extends your ‘to-do’ pasta recipe list. What exactly is Ditalini and how to eat Ditalin i, such that you attain the fulfillment of having savored every kind of pasta, Italian cuisine has to offer? ... -

The popularity of salads in one form or another has never been so great as it is today - the latter part of the twentieth century.   The eating of salads is perceived by all sections of the population as making a positive contribution to good health and... -

Salad is a term applied broadly to many food preparations that are a mixture of chopped or sliced ingredients. A salad can be served cold or at room temperature, and it can also form the filling for a sandwich. Though it can be made with meat or eggs,... -

  There is something about salads, which are succulent, juicy and filling in a wholesome way. What’s more, they are a nutritious and healthy way to satisfy your hunger. So when summer is at its peak and you feel like splashing into... -

The popularity of salads in one form or another has never been so great as it is today - the latter part of the twentieth century. The eating of salads is perceived by all sections of the population as making a positive contribution to good health and the... -

If you are considering some vegetarian salad ideas,  then we can help you out. Vegetarians do not eat certain animal products, especially meat products but they have a broad range of menu options including grains, vegetables and fruits. We can help you... -

Salads are a must for any event or party but we often miss out on buffet salad ideas to use during such occasions. Here are top 10 buffet salad ideas which shall bring a great change in your salad menu and shall also surprise your guests with the... -

Maybe it’s the weather or lack of time that makes it difficult to cook a complete meal.  In both cases, salads are a natural, allowing quick assembly and colorful presentation.  Often the cooking process is little more than boiling some water for pasta,... -

p { margin-bottom: 0.21cm; } Top 10 most pointless salad ingredients? I can give you a list longer than that but I will stop at 10. These salad ingredients are there right before our eyes, in broad daylight, and yet we have no idea about them. We... -

  “Friends” actor Jennifer Aniston named as one of the richest woman of 2007 according to the Forbes, was spotted in Paris early this week with boyfriend Justin Theroux in tow. The duo seemed to be very much together as they went for... -

Now's the time of year when salad making can be the most fun, with so much fresh produce at hand. If you'd like to explore a range of permutations, take a spin through this interactive. The concentric rings of the wheel list a small portion of... -

I love my salad greens, but I have to admit that  for me, salads for all their goodness and health benefits are a preferred accompaniment to a main course rather than being the main course. It was only until I came across some salad mixtures that... -

Thanksgiving salads need to be unique and innovative! Any Thanksgiving meal is considered to be incomplete, until  perfect salads are served. You need to have some really innovative salad ideas which are not repetitive and are good to eat. Here are top... -

If the mention of Italian food conjures up mental images of pastas, lasagnas and risottos, then these Italian salad dressing ideas would leave you pleasantly surprised! Simple, sumptuous and sinful, Italian dressings come packed with zestful additives... -

Check out these easy salad seasoning ideas! Garden Salad Seasoning Ingredietns: sesame seeds, onion powder, garlic powder, Romano cheese powder, Dutch poppy seeds, white pepper powder, dried chives, and salt. Combine these ingredients and... -

  A salad menu can be very easy yet a bit tricky to plan out. Easy because salads are easy to prepare, tricky because if you are planning a salad menu you need to take care of the ingredients that you are using. But the best part... -

Finally, I have learnt how to keep a salad fresh in the refrigerator. Now, I don’t have to worry about how to keep juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuces and crunchy cucumbers fresh for the next few hours in the refrigerator. Salads are really nutritious and... -

When the bikini season is around the corner, most of us yearn for a bowl of salad. Here are some of the quick n easy salad recipes that you can try out to beat the summer heat. Strawberry-Mango Mesclun Salad This summer salad can be easily... -

Knowing how to put together low-fat salads can do wonders for your health and diet. The trick is to use low-fat ingredients and dressing to keep unnecessary pounds from piling in. Believe it or not, even the most simplest of salads, be it pasta, fruit or... -

We bring you a whole slew of sumptuous Lebanese salad dressing ideas that aren’t just irresistible, but very satisfying too. Big time crowd-pleasers, these dressings are just perfect when you are looking to toss up something in less than an hour. These... -

If you plan to add some variety and imagination to your weeknight dinners, then these comforting Korean salad dressing ideas would delight you to the hilt! Adventurous yet satisfying, these irresistible salad dressings are heavily inspired from customary... -

Just because we like meats and seafood to occupy the center stage in our dinner tables doesn’t mean our vegetarian friends have to starve out. Rich and robust, we bring to you a whole slew of vegetarian salad dressing ideas that will even get the most... -

  The possible combinations and permutations of ingredients used in the preparation of salads is almost unlimited and this can give wide scope to the person entrusted with their preparation.  It does, however, require a feeling for the... -

Making a potato salad and do not want to go into trouble of baking them, then just boil them. But before you boil the potatoes, you must keep a few things in mind. Type of Potatoes for Salad: Always use the correct kind of potato in making a potato... -

          With the advent of spring, variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables becomes available in the market. This array in option of... -

  It is time to unwind and have that spring theme party you have been looking forward to. You had enough of the winter blues and they were stretching with grey skies and cold weather. February is over and March is here, which means the... -

We are often baffled by the instant wilting and nasty appearance of freshly bought salads, and end up questioning ourselves on how to store salad for an extended time. Most of them if stored improperly become bruised and stinky.Salads increase our life... -

Dainty, delightful, and delicious, Moroccan salad dressings pack a flavorful punch and are totally gratifying! From mild to meaty, these dressings bring to your table a tantalizing array of tastes and textures, sumptuous enough to add a new life to your cold... -

If so long you thought that salads are just for those bright summer months, time you take a re-look. Salads - those perfect accompaniments to your main courses - can easily be made interesting and unique by just spinning in a few winter produce along with the... -

Winter is here and its time to cook up these 10 Satisfying Winter Salad Recipes ! Trust me, winter is when salads will help you the most as they ensure that extra calories that usually creep in during this season are kept at bay. You will definitely love... -

  On what kind of food do we drizzle olive oil to get the optimum flavour? Well, ask anyone, they will come up with only one answer – Italian. Olive oil is closely associated with Italian food, and thus it is difficult to imagine any other... -

By: Donna Miller Couscous (pronounced kuskus or kooskoos) is a typical North African food that has become popular in many countries. Couscous is often confused with being a grain, but in fact is more of a pasta and not a whole grain at all.... -

                               Chemistry, a science subject, is often thought to be the area for science students. But do we know that people from even other streams are also using chemistry in their... -

I know many who won't eat legumes/beans for the fear of flatulence. Once you understand the cause of gas, it's fairly easy to remedy. Beans contain a sugar called oligosaccharide and we lack the enzyme required to break the sugar down. When the... -

  Organizing a diet dinner party for children has become a fashion trend nowadays. Not only adults but children have also become health freaks and do not want to indulge in rich, sugary food. However, they want the food to be tasty and appealing.... -

Soy flour is prepared from roasted soybeans which are then grounded in to a fine powder. We can use soy flour  in baked products like breads, crackers, cakes, brownies, cookies and many more. The faintly nutty flavor of the soy flour will give your baked... -

  Use jersey tomatoes in your cooking to give a rich flavour to it. Using jersey tomatoes are easy and are less messy as they are firm enough. Use jersey tomatoes in your every meal. They are highly recommended as they are sweet, fresh and... -

There are countless wedding shower brunch ideas . You can either choose to organize a formal brunch or plan a casual and simple affair. Whichever the case may be, the food served at the occasion should satiate even the fussiest of your guests. That is why... -

The Big Christmas Lunch !   As i mentioned previously , we decided at the last minute to have a Xmas lunch at a friends place. So after all the shopping, poring though ifood videos to learn how to make things, it was Xmas morning and... -

Wanna party without shelling out any of those extra dollars? Then, try this   potluck menu   from ifood. This menu, designed by ifood, is a classic one which is perfect for any party. Take a tour of this menu for potluck and see how delectable the... -

Now-a-days, dinner parties are highly in fashion for both large and intimate group gatherings. While organizing a dinner party, the most tricky and confusing task is to plan out the perfect dinner party menu. Your roasted potatoes and ham would not work... -

Planning three square meals for a family has to be done carefully as well as well in advance so that whether it is a two day menu or a two month menu, we make things convenient. Taking the case of a two day menu, one can think up of options ranging from... -

Wedding brunch ideas  must synchronize with the  time of day when the ceremony takes place. A brunch wedding reception takes place earlier in the day and hence its preparations are entirely different from those done for a traditional evening wedding.... -

Having to cook even for a day, especially when dealing with both a busy home and work life, can be extremely exhausting. Planning the menu for each day makes our jobs easier and helps bring stability in life. Also, making one day menu plans makes it easier to... -

  Cookout season is here. A colorful menu packed with delicious foods and drinks to be enjoyed with friends and family in the backyard or the beach – what could be a better way to celebrate Memorial Day! While a BBQ menu is always the most... -

Memorial Day is around the corner. It is that one holiday that officially kick starts the summer. In fact, Memorial Day weekend is perfect to get your friends and family together for a picnic or potluck outdoors.  Just in case you are looking out for some... -

  Turkeys are great choices to be made into bite-sized appetizers. The turkey starters are very versatile, making them fit into any meal, formal or casual, with the same ease as wonderful appetizers. Ifood presents to you a wide collection... -

  Are you looking for some tasty, yet easy meat starters ? Then you are at the right place. Ifood presents some exclusive meat appetizers ideal for any party or gathering. Read on to know more…   Top 10 Easy Meat... -

  Summer is the perfect time for gatherings; thanks to the gorgeous warm weather, fresh and fabulous food, and the constant desire to relax and hang out. These are some exclusive summer party ideas for adults , which are sure to wow... -

Hard-skinned melons with sweet flesh and mass of small seeds in its heart come in variety of colors and are widely eaten in the East. Here are 8 Delicious Recipes To Make With Melons that you can make tonight. Enjoy! Introduction: Melons make... -

Though burger, pizza, and other junk foods are tasty but are not healthy good  for lunch. Healthy lunch foods are important to provide proper nutrition and to boost your energy in the afternoon. Plus taking healthy lunch   ... -

Though meats are considered best source of protein, there is no harm in having a protein-based vegetarian dinner either. Here are a few Protein-Based Dinner Ideas For A Vegetarian that you can enjoy with your family. Meats are rich in protein as well... -

Main dish are usually the highlight of any meal, however side dishes are equally important as they accompany  entrée or main course. You can include various dishes to your s ides menu . Besides complementing the meal, it adds variety to the meal. You eat... -

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam --- Tet Festival Celebration in Dam Sen Park Tet fireworks - Cần Thơ, Vietnam You will see many similarities between Tet and Chinese New Years, especially in the North of Vietnam around... -

If you are planning to serve a chicken meal to your guests coming over for dinner, it may be helpful to know what are the best side dishes for chicken! Read on to understand what goes well as side dishes in different cuisines.     ... -

Hong Kong menu have unique flavor and texture and definitely makes for a gourmet styled cuisine enough to heighten your senses. Hong Kong people have self made taste and this is reflected in their food and various unusual but delicious culinary... -

Fregola Sarda ( freh -goh-lah sar -dah) Toasted breadcrumb-like pasta from the island of Sardinia In its March 2006... -

Add more color to your Independence Day decorations and celebrations with this ifood exclusive 4 th of July menu . Try these 4th of July menu ideas and learn how flavorful your celebrations can be…         ... -

As the mercury soars up, our appetite definitely hits a slump. To beat your summer food blues, we have assembled a slew of simple summer food ideas that aren’t just scrumptious and wholesome, but can be made with the freshest of summer ingredients. Just... -

  While Italian cuisines have been labeled as unhealthy foods, but no one can deny about the health benefits of Italian cuisine. All that is required is,choose Italian dishes with healthy nutrients. There has been a lot... -

 Are you on a look out for few vintage recipe ideas ? Do you want to cook vintage dishes like your grandmother and great-grandmother used to make? The following vintage recipe ideas are sure to tickle your taste buds. You will definitely... -

Before knowing the best options for picnic appetizers , lets me share first why you should need an appetizer in picnic menu. Picnic appetizer ideas add a swirl in lunch or dinner menu and help the participants to enjoy the lunch or dinner with better... -

Filipino cuisine is a blend of various style sof cooking, because people in this ethnic group are from China, Spain, and Philippines. Filipino menu is predominated by Spanish additions but recently American, Japanese and German style of cooking has... -

  Ham starters are an ideal way to begin a meal - luncheon, or dinner. If you love ham, then you ought to know about the tasty appetizers that can be prepared with ham. Ifood presents a unique collection of tasty, yet easy ham starters.... -

Fennel leaves are widely used as cooking ingredient in many of the culinary traditions of the world both as an herb and as a green. The fennel leaves have a crisp texture and is packed with a fresh, fragrant and anise-like flavor and is... -

  Scarsdale diet menu is almost synonymous to weight loss. Now only if you thought that it takes toilsome hours on the treadmill to burn calories and shed pounds, then probably you are alien to the concept of Scarsdale diet.  Just follow... -

Mediterranean menu has a wide array of dishes unified from the different culinary traditions of the region. Rich soil and climate in the region has thrived great agricultural produce which is quite reflected in the foods of the region. Abundant use of... -

  There are countless ways to surprise your mom on this special day. Inviting her over for a fabulous Mother’s Day brunch is just one of them.  Be sure to include some of her favorite foods and you can not go wrong.  ... -

  Apple starters are treats for your eyes and taste buds. ifood presents an exotic collection of apple appetizers, which are very versatile. Delve deep into this write-up to know more about the delightful apple starters...   ... -

  Are you thinking of weight loss program then this is necessary to have some interesting healthy lunch ideas for weight loss. Listed here are some brilliant,  ingenious ideas for healthy lunch food to lose weight. Test your culinary skills by... -

If you are hell bend on losing the excess flab and getting back in shape, change your food style to enjoy diet menu for a month . What's special about this diet menu for a month? The fact that this menu guide offers you dishes that are sans fat and... -

Greek foods are a part of the Mediterranean cuisine which share many similarities with Italian, Turkish and Levantine cuisine.   Olive oil and herbs are commonly used in all Greek recipes. Other than that vegetables, rabbit, pork, poultry, cheese,... -

I have been trying hard looking hear and there and trying to please myself. But I just can't seem to find one good pasta salad recipe which is completely different from what I ahve had before. I am not saying that I have had all the kinds of the salad... -

Eat Healthy, Live Radiantly After the heavy dose of chocolate and rich food on valentines, are you looking for some healthy and simple foods? Well then, look no further. We suggest some easy to make, delicious and very healthy recipes. Our raw food... -

  Healthy Snacks For Children Aged 3 To 5   Usually people think that there is a very limited array available for healthy snacks for children. However, that is not true.  I agree that children are fussy eaters but a few... -

Major resort of gambling lovers, the city of Las Vegas is famous for its fine dining.   Las Vegas menu is all about exciting tasty contemporary dishes can be enjoyed in this resort destination. But since food is considered as the center of every... -

  Although fast food is not recommended by doctors, fast food equipment is in great demand. This is due to the busy schedule of people. They hardly have time to arrange for ingredients and equipment to cook. Thus, fast food is gaining popularity. In... -

1800 calorie diet menu offers a platter of dishes and foods that will encourage weight lose and administer your well being. You can switch to 1800 calorie diet if facing difficulty in managing a balanced weight and reduce calorie intake with foods that will... -

    1000 Calorie Diet Menu is ideal for those people who want to shed weight fast and get quick results. This 7-day diet plan is effective on obese people, who can follow these short term diet method and... -

  Creating a fish menu can feel like a daunting task as there are so many various kinds of fish that can be used to create only about a thousand different recipes. There’s salmon, tuna, trout, shellfish,... -

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and instead of doing the clichéd thing like going to a restaurant or cooking a romantic dinner at home, why not make some picnic foods and go out to a park or the countryside and spend a day alfresco with your loved... -

  There are countless fish, lobster and oyster varieties you can choose from while  planning a sea food menu .  A Seafood diet is essential for a healthy heart  hair, eyes, skin and overall health.  With this umpteen... -

Bollywood’s fetish for Italian food is worth a mention! Just ask anyone from the industry and you will realize how Bollywood is closely associated with Italian food. These foods  are loved for breakfast, brunch, lunch, snack and dinner menus. It is... -

“Can you tell me some simple, yet scrumptious potluck lunch ideas ?” I was very confused when my friend put this question in front of me. That was when I decided to put together some exclusive ideas for potluck lunch that are easy to male, yet lip... -