{"id":253800,"date":"2026-07-26T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-26T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/26\/why-everyone-is-air-frying-their-pasta-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2026-07-26T12:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-07-26T12:00:00","slug":"why-everyone-is-air-frying-their-pasta-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/26\/why-everyone-is-air-frying-their-pasta-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Everyone Is Air Frying Their Pasta &#8211; The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad.jpg\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Give classic pasta salad a crunchy makeover with golden air-fried pasta, fresh vegetables, and a creamy dressing. This easy side dish is perfect for summer dinners, parties, potlucks, and BBQs.\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0<strong>Golden, crunchy pasta<\/strong> is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a <strong>fun upgrade<\/strong> that\u2019s anything but boring.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Large bowl of crispy pasta salad. \" class=\"wp-image-344277\" title=\"The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0Golden, crunchy pasta is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a fun upgrade that\u2019s anything but boring.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crispy Pasta Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 id=\"h-why-the-hype-is-real\" class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\">Why the Hype is Real<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A Fun Twist on a Classic:<\/strong>\u00a0I love my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/italian-pasta-salad\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">classic pasta salad<\/a>, but this recipe adds great texture to every bite.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Perfect for Sharing:<\/strong>\u00a0This salad is a great choice for potlucks, BBQs, picnics, and summer gatherings. It\u2019s always a conversation starter!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Easy to Customize:<\/strong>\u00a0Swap in your favorite veggies, herbs, or seasonings to make this salad your own. It\u2019s a great recipe to adjust based on what you have on hand.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 id=\"h-crispy-pasta-salad-ingredients\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crispy Pasta Salad Ingredients<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled crispy pasta salad ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-344310\" title=\"The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0Golden, crunchy pasta is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a fun upgrade that\u2019s anything but boring.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crispy Pasta Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSalad-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSalad.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSalad-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSalad-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSalad-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSalad-1200x800.png\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSalad-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled crispy pasta salad ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-344310\" title=\"The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0Golden, crunchy pasta is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a fun upgrade that\u2019s anything but boring.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crispy Pasta Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSalad-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSalad.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSalad-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSalad-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSalad-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Pasta:<\/strong> I used bowtie pasta, but any small pasta shape will work! Rotini and shells are also great shapes to use.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parmesan Cheese:<\/strong> I prefer grated Parmesan cheese, but shredded works.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Olive Oil:<\/strong> Make sure to shake and coat the noodles well in the olive oil. Use more if needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled dressing ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-344311\" title=\"The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0Golden, crunchy pasta is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a fun upgrade that\u2019s anything but boring.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crispy Pasta Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSaladDressing-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSaladDressing.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSaladDressing-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSaladDressing-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSaladDressing-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSaladDressing-1200x800.png\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSaladDressing-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled dressing ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-344311\" title=\"The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0Golden, crunchy pasta is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a fun upgrade that\u2019s anything but boring.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crispy Pasta Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSaladDressing-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSaladDressing.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSaladDressing-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSaladDressing-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsCrispyPastaSaladDressing-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Sour Cream:<\/strong> Greek yogurt is a great alternative if you prefer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parsley: <\/strong>Using fresh parsley brightens the flavors of the dressing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-make-crispy-pasta-salad\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make Crispy Pasta Salad<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I am fully on board with the crispy pasta trend!\u00a0It takes a simple pasta salad and makes it so much more fun with the perfect crunchy bite. My whole family is obsessed, and it disappears every time I make it. We love serving it with <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/grilled-lemon-chicken\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">grilled chicken<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/blue-cheese-burger\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"255178\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">burgers<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/ciabatta-sandwich\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"191888\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">sandwiches<\/a>, or anything fresh off the <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/grilled-recipes\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">grill<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Al Dente Pasta:<\/strong>\u00a0Cook the bowtie pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and let cool slightly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Crisp the Pasta:<\/strong>\u00a0Toss the cooked pasta with olive oil, garlic salt, <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/italian-seasoning\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"126164\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Italian seasoning<\/a>, and Parmesan cheese. Air fry until golden and crispy, shaking halfway through.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prep the Salad:<\/strong>\u00a0Add the lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and crispy pasta to a large bowl.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make the Dressing:<\/strong>\u00a0Whisk together the <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/homemade-mayonnaise\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"172845\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">mayonnaise<\/a>, sour cream or Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, parmesan cheese, and parsley until smooth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Toss and Serve:<\/strong>\u00a0Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well coated. Serve crispy pasta salad immediately.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped is-style-numbered wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"344297\" alt=\"Cooked pasta in a pot on the stove. \" class=\"wp-image-344297\" title=\"The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0Golden, crunchy pasta is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a fun upgrade that\u2019s anything but boring.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crispy Pasta Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-2-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-2-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-2-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-2-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-2-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-2-1-1200x800.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"344297\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-2-1-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Cooked pasta in a pot on the stove. \" class=\"wp-image-344297\" title=\"The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0Golden, crunchy pasta is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a fun upgrade that\u2019s anything but boring.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crispy Pasta Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-2-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-2-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-2-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-2-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-2-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"344296\" alt=\"Cooked pasta cooked in the air fryer basket. \" class=\"wp-image-344296\" title=\"The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0Golden, crunchy pasta is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a fun upgrade that\u2019s anything but boring.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crispy Pasta Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-3-1200x800.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"344296\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-3-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Cooked pasta cooked in the air fryer basket. \" class=\"wp-image-344296\" title=\"The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0Golden, crunchy pasta is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a fun upgrade that\u2019s anything but boring.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crispy Pasta Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"344299\" alt=\"Salad ingredients added to a large serving bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-344299\" title=\"The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0Golden, crunchy pasta is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a fun upgrade that\u2019s anything but boring.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crispy Pasta Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-5-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-5-1200x800.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"344299\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-5-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Salad ingredients added to a large serving bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-344299\" title=\"The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0Golden, crunchy pasta is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a fun upgrade that\u2019s anything but boring.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crispy Pasta Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-5-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"344295\" alt=\"Dressing ingredients whisked together in a small glass container. \" class=\"wp-image-344295\" title=\"The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0Golden, crunchy pasta is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a fun upgrade that\u2019s anything but boring.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crispy Pasta Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-4-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-4-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-4-1200x800.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"344295\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-4-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Dressing ingredients whisked together in a small glass container. \" class=\"wp-image-344295\" title=\"The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0Golden, crunchy pasta is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a fun upgrade that\u2019s anything but boring.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crispy Pasta Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-4-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-4-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"344298\" alt=\"Dressing poured over the top of the salad ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-344298\" title=\"The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0Golden, crunchy pasta is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a fun upgrade that\u2019s anything but boring.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crispy Pasta Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-6-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-6-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-6-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-6-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-6-1200x800.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"344298\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-6-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Dressing poured over the top of the salad ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-344298\" title=\"The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0Golden, crunchy pasta is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a fun upgrade that\u2019s anything but boring.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crispy Pasta Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-6-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-6-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-6-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-6-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-make-crispy-pasta-in-the-oven\" class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\">How to Make Crispy Pasta in the Oven<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>No Air Fryer? No Problem.<\/strong> <\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cook Noodles:<\/strong> Boil and drain the pasta, then place it in a large bowl. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Season:<\/strong> Toss it with the olive oil, seasonings, and parmesan cheese. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Spread:<\/strong> Spread the pasta in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Crisp:<\/strong> Bake at 400\u00baF for 15 minutes or until golden and crispy!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 id=\"h-must-have-tools-for-this-recipe\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Must Have Tools For This Recipe<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/go.shopmy.us\/p-54250245\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Air Fryer<\/a>:<\/strong> Gets the pasta golden and crispy. Shake the basket halfway through for even cooking.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/go.shopmy.us\/p-55460305\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Large Bowl<\/a>:<\/strong> Gives you plenty of room to toss the pasta, vegetables, and dressing together.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4tlGtuy\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Sharp Knife<\/a>:<\/strong> Makes chopping the fresh vegetables quick and easy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad.jpg&amp;description=Crispy Pasta Salad\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"344165\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-344166\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"344166\" data-servings=\"4\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food---cook-mode\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-1188969615\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded wprm-toggle-switch-outside\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-1188969615\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"--switch-height: 20px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe-344166-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-344166-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"344166\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-344166-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Boil <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-0 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">8 ounces uncooked bowtie pasta<\/span> al dente according to package directions and drain. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-344166-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Place the cooked pasta into the air fryer and add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-14 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 tablespoon olive oil<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-6 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bc teaspoon garlic salt<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-5 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-8 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 teaspoon Italian seasoning<\/span>. Shake the basket to toss and coat the pasta.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-344166-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 12-15 minutes, shaking the pasta halfway through the cook time.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-344166-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a large bowl, combine <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-4 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">3 cups chopped Romaine lettuce<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-1 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 cup diced English cucumber<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-2 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 cup halved grape tomatoes<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-3 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bc cup diced red onion<\/span>, and the cooked pasta.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-344166-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a medium bowl, whisk together <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-13 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bd cup mayonnaise<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-12 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u2153 cup sour cream<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-10 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">2 tablespoons lemon juice<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-11 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 teaspoon minced garlic<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-15 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bc teaspoon salt<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-16 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bc teaspoon pepper<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-17 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-344166-18 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-344166-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Pour the dressing over the salad and pasta and toss to coat well. Serve immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-344166-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Storage Tips<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Serving: <\/b>Crispy pasta salad is best enjoyed right away, as the pasta will soften in the dressing. Add the pasta and dressing right before serving.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make Ahead:<\/strong> If you want to make this salad ahead of time, store the salad, pasta, and dressing separately. Assemble right before enjoying!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<div id=\"recipe-344166-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">516<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">50<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">11<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">31<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">14<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">27<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">572<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">425<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3680<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">13<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">112<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-empty\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"\/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"cwp-food-nutrition__disclaimer has-min-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Large spoon lifting a scoop of crispy pasta salad out of the large serving bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-344278\" title=\"The viral crispy pasta salad trend is here, and it\u2019s easy to see what the hype is about!\u00a0Golden, crunchy pasta is tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy dressing for a fun upgrade that\u2019s anything but boring.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crispy-pasta-salad\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crispy Pasta Salad\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-2-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/crispy-pasta-salad-2.jpg 1200w, 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