The Perfect Picnic Pasta Salad - Food Wishes

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  • čas přidán 7. 06. 2021
  • No matter what pasta shape you use, or which ingredients you add, as far as I’m concerned there’s only one proper technique for building what we’re modestly calling the “Perfect Picnic Pasta Salad.” Enjoy!
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Komentáře • 576

  • @caitlinh9520
    @caitlinh9520 Před 3 lety +358

    "Hello this is Chef John"
    Me: *sigh of relief*

    • @24kmars77
      @24kmars77 Před 3 lety +2

      Whew! Same here!

    • @annajoie700
      @annajoie700 Před 3 lety +11

      We surely don't want any im-PASTA-ers! lol!! 😂😉

    • @cobrakai8049
      @cobrakai8049 Před 3 měsíci

      100% I would love to cook with this man for a while. He knows so much.

  • @Funkotronimus
    @Funkotronimus Před 3 lety +80

    I love all these videos! and how every sentence sounds like the end of a bedtime story 😜

  • @CM_Burns
    @CM_Burns Před 3 lety +280

    You are the David Arquette of your Pasta Salad Vinaigrette.

  • @angelagriffin5130
    @angelagriffin5130 Před 3 lety +50

    That is why I love my stick blender. Fits perfect in a mason to blend this type of item. Super quick to clean. Water, soap, another mason jar. Sit to dry

    • @mmerryweather6950
      @mmerryweather6950 Před 3 lety +5

      Yeah, I use mine to make mayo. So easy

    • @angelagriffin5130
      @angelagriffin5130 Před 3 lety +5

      @@mmerryweather6950 Yes! And hollandaise. I love both.

    • @jcm9356
      @jcm9356 Před 3 lety +3

      Great tip, thanks.

    • @SundaysChild1966
      @SundaysChild1966 Před 3 lety +2

      Oh aren't they the best little invention!? And you can pick them up for next to nothing, brand new at yard sales ..lol .. for all those people who purchased or were gifted one and never used it .. that's okay, we'll take them off your hands!

    • @angelagriffin5130
      @angelagriffin5130 Před 3 lety +2

      @@SundaysChild1966 I did buy mine retail new. But I use it at least 7-10 times weekly. I have had one for the last several years but I have burned through a couple... in the process...

  • @badingledongle
    @badingledongle Před 3 lety +25

    Wow, only twelve seconds old and already an instant classic.

  • @gmart225
    @gmart225 Před 3 lety +57

    Olives and feta would also be great in this!

  • @lindainparis7349
    @lindainparis7349 Před 3 lety +43

    There once was a chef from Kismet
    Who taught us how to make vinaigrette
    Use mustard said he
    And surely you'll see
    Your vinaigrette will never separette

    • @Aliamus_
      @Aliamus_ Před 3 lety +2

      I read this to the tempo of "Ragnar the Red"

  • @imranhaider2013
    @imranhaider2013 Před 3 lety +20

    Chef John you have a great sense of humor. I enjoy your background commentary

    • @majoroldladyakamom6948
      @majoroldladyakamom6948 Před 3 lety +2

      It's called a video voice over.

    • @lindainparis7349
      @lindainparis7349 Před 3 lety +5

      Imran, I'm old fashioned and speak British English and find "background commentary" perfectly understandable and rather elegant !

  • @RINA4D85S1
    @RINA4D85S1 Před 3 lety +36

    Welcome back Chef John! I can't live without pasta, but during these unbearable subtropical summer months I really don't want to use any heat source for cooking. Been going through your older recipes for cold dishes, and here we are! Thank you ❤️

    • @recoil53
      @recoil53 Před 3 lety +9

      Look up peanut noodle recipes too. It was more of a thing 20 years ago, but still works.

  • @faeryb0mb517
    @faeryb0mb517 Před 3 lety +12

    every time the pool in my neighborhood has a fourth of july party SOMEONE brings pasta salad. always my favorite part of the party.

  • @pollykent2100
    @pollykent2100 Před 2 lety +3

    Made this recently and my family couldn't get enough. Making it again today! Delicious.

  • @tuckgraph
    @tuckgraph Před 3 lety +66

    I was thinking about making a recipe just like this yesterday, great timing Chef John! I'm going to be the Belinda Carlisle of my pasta spiral!

  • @donnalamb5830
    @donnalamb5830 Před 3 lety +48

    Oh no - I just finished my umpteenth serving of your old shrimp pasta salad. And now I’m gonna have to make this one. Should last me til July 4 😆

  • @onlycyz
    @onlycyz Před 3 lety +75

    I literally just made Chef John’s incredible deli macaroni salad 😭 (a friends and family favorite) can’t wait to try this one

    • @JoeCarrierSails
      @JoeCarrierSails Před 3 lety +3

      I love that recipe too and the thing I love about THIS recipe is it completely contradicts EVERYTHING he says in that recipe! Don't blanch the veggies, don't put hot pasta in the dressing, etc. This is why I love Chef John.

  • @jessicawong5587
    @jessicawong5587 Před 3 lety +12

    So glad to see you back! I hope vacation was amazing!!!

  • @KSGomez88
    @KSGomez88 Před 3 lety +12

    This was my friggin food wish!! Thank you Chef John!!!!

  • @Monolize
    @Monolize Před 3 lety +5

    this recipe got to me across the big pond and now my craving is equally big as the distance this video traveled to me. thank you for your videos and ongoing insipration you pour into your community.

  • @__hjg__2123
    @__hjg__2123 Před 3 lety +42

    "Spatulation"............... classic

    • @bearpawz_
      @bearpawz_ Před 3 lety +5

      I know! I never knew that I was spatulation(ing) my pasta all this time! @ 5:04 .... 😆

    • @xiaotuzi.fnb1
      @xiaotuzi.fnb1 Před 3 lety +1

      sometimes for easy quick terminology ... we say "to garlic a recipe ..." "to pepper a steak ... " ; chefs are allowed same like poets 😆

  • @76monikaW
    @76monikaW Před 3 lety +5

    More than ever before we need chef John

  • @Reversed82
    @Reversed82 Před 3 lety +10

    i love pasta salads of all kinds. i've also done vinaigrette based ones for a while, mediterranean style with a balsamic + a bit of tomato paste based dressing combined with feta + olives etc. is also interesting.
    recently, i've been loving miso + garlic based dressings, combined with a bit of a different vegetable mix

  • @saraxison1725
    @saraxison1725 Před 3 lety +7

    I just learned the mustard trick recently, blew my mind how much better and easier my dressing came out.

    • @lindainparis7349
      @lindainparis7349 Před 3 lety

      A dollopa Dijon also ensures a successful mayonnaise !

  • @kitty-kitten-
    @kitty-kitten- Před 3 lety +10

    that looks GOOOOOD. I love pasta salads in the summertime. So fresh!

  • @aparnam6651
    @aparnam6651 Před 3 lety +6

    Just what have been looking for. Perfect time

  • @brad7566
    @brad7566 Před 3 lety

    Ive watched videos from over 5 years ago and I'm so excited and grateful to see that you're still pumping out great recipes and content

  • @hayleypogue1986
    @hayleypogue1986 Před 2 lety

    The voice over is delightful, thank you.

  • @squirrl78
    @squirrl78 Před 3 lety +2

    Excellent! Thank you, chef!

  • @lorescien4148
    @lorescien4148 Před 3 lety +6

    Oh maaaaan. I'm so going to try this one on my husband! He loves to have pasta salad for his work lunches during the summertime, but several hours in a hot work truck does nothing for a mayo base lol. So excited!

  • @kimballwiggins3976
    @kimballwiggins3976 Před 3 lety

    John, im 55. CIA Hyde Park. I love your videos. God bless you my friend

  • @hottiemchott8879
    @hottiemchott8879 Před 3 lety +1

    I’m so happy for your annual pasta salad recipe!! I LOVE your Asian cold pasta salads. 😋

  • @TheEsraa13
    @TheEsraa13 Před 3 lety +8

    Looks fresh and delicious 😋 A perfect summer salad

  • @HellenShort
    @HellenShort Před 3 lety +1

    Looks delicious! I'm going to try to make it! Thanks Chef!

  • @steverouleau8642
    @steverouleau8642 Před 3 lety

    Good eats. Thank you chef john

  • @mssavedin92
    @mssavedin92 Před rokem

    I am doing this salad right now, in fact, I just put it in the refrigerator. I can hardly wait! Thankyou

  • @ingekuttlewis5561
    @ingekuttlewis5561 Před 3 lety +1

    So lovely.

  • @upalipeiris7968
    @upalipeiris7968 Před 2 lety

    Thanks. Very well done. I will certainly make this for my family.

  • @Random-ee7ms
    @Random-ee7ms Před 3 lety +3

    This is not only picnic pasta salad but this a wonderful salad can be used in every day basis

  • @mp3bee
    @mp3bee Před 3 lety

    This to me must the best pasta salad I've seen done in a very long time. Will make this for sure. Thanks for sharing.

  • @libertyandjustus8258
    @libertyandjustus8258 Před 3 lety

    Ooooh this looks so refreshing and delicious! Thank you Chef John!

  • @KoKo-qj1el
    @KoKo-qj1el Před 2 lety

    Thanks for your knowledge

  • @thekingofoktimes
    @thekingofoktimes Před 3 lety +4

    Whenever he says "and your _____ is done!" My life feels complete for a moment

  • @jennrodriguezdaluz
    @jennrodriguezdaluz Před 3 lety +2

    pasta salad is actually one of my favorite foods! i can't wait to make this version!

  • @IshbelSoprano
    @IshbelSoprano Před 3 lety +1

    Those thyme flowers are so cute!! 😍😍😍

  • @Dansiekelly
    @Dansiekelly Před 3 lety

    Look forward to trying this. Thank you.

  • @opinionatedaf1563
    @opinionatedaf1563 Před 2 lety

    I learn so much from Chef John. Thanks!

  • @romstar
    @romstar Před 3 lety +1

    It looks beautiful,Chef John!🥬🥗🌿🍋🍅🥑🥦🥒🌽🥕🍏🧄🧅

  • @shayshaymann113
    @shayshaymann113 Před rokem

    This looks amazing! I must try this one!!

  • @Passionforfoodrecipes
    @Passionforfoodrecipes Před 3 lety +73

    I was going to tell this Fusilli pun..
    *But it got pretty twisted.*

  • @Kae.the.Selkie
    @Kae.the.Selkie Před 3 lety

    Today I bought all the ingredients for a pasta salad. Scrolled through CZcams for something to listen to while I wing it, and this was in my subscriptions! You're reading my mind Chef John!

  • @blgraham00
    @blgraham00 Před 3 lety

    Thanks this looks great

  • @rodmckenzie9089
    @rodmckenzie9089 Před 3 lety +1

    Welcome back Chef John! I hope you enjoyed your time off. I'd like to say I missed you but I didn't! I simply watched a bunch of your older episodes. And they were all great! 😁😋❤️

  • @CookinWithSquirrl
    @CookinWithSquirrl Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you, chef! Excellent as always.

  • @Redwhiteblue0297
    @Redwhiteblue0297 Před 3 lety

    Wow! Just wow 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @ladydebrawelland1538
    @ladydebrawelland1538 Před 3 lety

    I just made this salad 🥗 as I watched the video. It is so delicious 😋. I will be making it lots over the summer. Awesome!!!

  • @paulfrels3590
    @paulfrels3590 Před 3 lety +2

    Looks delicious. Lotsa veggies.

  • @sinda7080
    @sinda7080 Před 3 lety

    Looks delicious

  • @stolen_cactus
    @stolen_cactus Před 3 lety +3

    I was about to make one and this one just popped up in my notifications...Thank you

  • @travel3215
    @travel3215 Před 3 lety

    Sounds and look great!

  • @RandomNest
    @RandomNest Před 3 lety

    Wow! That looks like the best pasta salad ever made. I can't wait to try my hand at making it. Looks AMAZING!😋😋😋

  • @ohsnapitzliz1
    @ohsnapitzliz1 Před 3 lety

    Looks so good!

  • @sarahmj3226
    @sarahmj3226 Před 3 lety

    This pasta salad is soo good!

  • @slptp
    @slptp Před 3 lety

    I have just added 'spatulation' to my vocabulary. Thank you. I loved your other pasta salad so much, so this is definitely next on my list!

  • @carmendennis1228
    @carmendennis1228 Před 3 lety

    Summer means pasta salad!! Thank you Chef John. As always....I WILL enjoy!!

  • @bmaiceman
    @bmaiceman Před 3 lety

    This looks and sounds AWSOM!!!!

  • @MsOkayAwesome
    @MsOkayAwesome Před 3 lety

    Thanks for the great tips! I love this kind of pasta salad

  • @lowrider81hd
    @lowrider81hd Před 3 lety

    I made this today and it was and is awesome! Thank you so much!

  • @sarahutchings3518
    @sarahutchings3518 Před 2 lety

    Made this today OMG it is sooooo good

  • @melodybrookeboyett175
    @melodybrookeboyett175 Před 3 lety +9

    I really like the detail that you go into. I have always wondered about the vinegar. And how to use them.

  • @marioni116
    @marioni116 Před 3 lety

    My husband and I had this for dinner tonight along with some deviled eggs. A great meal for a hot summer day. I did change up the salad a bit according to what I had. No fresh dill, thyme, or tarragon, but plenty of fresh oregano, basil, parsley, and chives. Also added some feta I wanted to use up. It was delicious. Thank you, Chef John!

  • @erizabeta
    @erizabeta Před 3 lety

    That looks delicious

  • @beaner2907
    @beaner2907 Před 3 lety

    I could live on pasta salads all summer, I love them all!

  • @missmissy2490
    @missmissy2490 Před 3 lety

    Hi! Thank you so much!

  • @linhjahnke2111
    @linhjahnke2111 Před 3 lety +1

    This is a PERFECT PASTA I’ve ever tasted 👍👍👍🙏🥰😍🤩

  • @rwnrina8921
    @rwnrina8921 Před 3 lety

    I never get tired of listening to you ❤️ best wishes for you 😇💕

  • @caesarsalad77
    @caesarsalad77 Před 3 lety +60

    The perfect pasta salad? Im-pasta-bowl!

  • @woolypuffin392
    @woolypuffin392 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for the video as always 😄

  • @CreativeCreatorCreates
    @CreativeCreatorCreates Před 3 lety +2

    You have my attention!
    But then again, you always do 💕

  • @3088sd
    @3088sd Před 3 lety +2

    Tried this today and it was a hit with family! The tip to have lots of dressing definitely helped :)

  • @nidiagonzalez8470
    @nidiagonzalez8470 Před 11 měsíci

    I Love it thanks ❤❤❤

  • @guillermoperonaguerrero9080

    Hi Chef John! I'm a huge fan of your channel and I just did this amazing recipe and I have to say that it has totally blown my mind... what a really incredible vinaigrette! I'm learning so much with you (and also laughing so much). Greetings from Barcelona!

  • @TahoeRealm
    @TahoeRealm Před 3 lety

    This is exactly what I asked for - thank you very much!

  • @georgygirl4502
    @georgygirl4502 Před 3 lety +6

    Sounds Like Something Good On The Beach, With My Favorite Man. Thanks.

    • @lindainparis7349
      @lindainparis7349 Před 3 lety

      Ah, make the best of it. Anything is good on the beach with a favourite man !

  • @Bubblegum8651
    @Bubblegum8651 Před 3 lety +2

    Yummy!! You have good recipes 😍

  • @amateurshooter6054
    @amateurshooter6054 Před 3 lety

    Thanks John

  • @southsidecarly7427
    @southsidecarly7427 Před 2 lety

    So glad I watched this because I’ve been wanting to make a pasta salad ( even though it’s not Summer) Thanks for sharing the video

  • @Over60sowhat
    @Over60sowhat Před 3 lety

    Chef John! The tips you give are absolutely priceless! Salted water should taste like salt water!! Some people might not know that! I'm so glad you mention the things that make your dish spectacular!

  • @paulabhatt1769
    @paulabhatt1769 Před 3 lety +1

    Yummy yummy thank you 🌸🌸🌸🌸

  • @chrish.7563
    @chrish.7563 Před 2 lety

    The trick with adding half your dressing to the pasta while it is still hot is a f***ing game changer! It gets absorbed by the starchy pasta and flavors it just perfectly. I like to add garlic to my dressing which I grated and pressed into a smooth paste with the broad side of the knife and it makes the pasta taste so delicious I have to be careful not to eat all of it while it still cools down. It is near damn perfect. So Chef John, thanks a thousand for this little but all so important trick. Oh, and by the way, the resulting pasta salad is just plain addictive. So much so that I am making a pasta salad (varying the ingredients) on a weekly basis now. It is amazing!

  • @idiot675
    @idiot675 Před 3 lety

    I can't wait to make this salad this weekend

  • @colleenschaefer5333
    @colleenschaefer5333 Před 3 lety

    This is really an excellent recipe! It was delicious while still warm, because we couldn’t wait! It was even better the next day and over the top after three days! Can’t believe it lasted that long? This is a lot of pasta!! Thank you Chef John!!

  • @JoeHell67
    @JoeHell67 Před 3 lety

    perfect summer salad!
    Joe from Germany

  • @cindywagner4623
    @cindywagner4623 Před 3 lety

    That’s a meal in itself. Delicious.

  • @mamalinhager
    @mamalinhager Před 3 lety +1

    My mouth is watering

  • @grahamrankin4725
    @grahamrankin4725 Před 3 lety +6

    I recently added chive flowers to a Mediterranean salad. It too was a vinaigrette based dressing.

    • @lindainparis7349
      @lindainparis7349 Před 3 lety

      Chive flowers are so pretty. Also wild garlic flowers though hard to find

  • @xmas4203
    @xmas4203 Před 3 lety +12

    I'm happy to see you using the mustard to give the dressing some thickness to your emulation to coat all the ingredients. Nothing worse than a pasta salad that is coated in oil. I use a few tablespoons of mayo and balsamic. After you get past the light chocolatey look, it's great! After all, I am the Salma Hayek of my mayo and balsamic.

  • @georgygirl4502
    @georgygirl4502 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank You.

  • @joselyneipina6762
    @joselyneipina6762 Před 3 lety

    looks tasty and beautiful!

  • @richardackley1823
    @richardackley1823 Před 3 lety

    Looks amazing!! I’m starving.

  • @DigwellGreenfingers
    @DigwellGreenfingers Před 3 lety +1

    Brilliant! Love the tip about what to do if you add too much oil in one go. 🙂

  • @eugeneportnoy900
    @eugeneportnoy900 Před 3 lety

    Hi Chef John, Very nice recipe and I will try this your recipe on coming weekend. Thank you very much for another very good recipe.

  • @barbatloosenutproductions2027

    Hi chef John! I'm so glad you explained what a picnic salad is. My mom & I, always made German potato salad with a vinaigrette/bacon drippings dressing for picnics, just because there is no mayonnaise that needs to be kept chilled. Plus in the winter months, we can have it served warmed. Of course after it's made, it's best to stored in the fridge. Just for the sake of longevity. Not to mention, it's one of those kind of dishes that ALWAYS tastes better the next day, after making! Thanks for the pasta salad recipe! I'm going to try this, next weekend.Take care luv! 💐