In the realm of delightful side dishes, spaghetti salad ii reigns supreme. This captivating culinary creation is a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors, a testament to the boundless creativity of the culinary world. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, a potluck gathering, or simply seeking a vibrant addition to your lunch spread, spaghetti salad ii promises to tantalize taste buds and elevate your dining experience. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind this extraordinary dish, unveiling the perfect recipe to craft a spaghetti salad masterpiece.
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SPAGHETTI SALAD
Using a bottled Italian dressing makes this noodle salad breeze to prepare. Celery, green peppers and onions give it a pleasing texture and nice crunch.-Ken Churches, San Andreas, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 50m
Yield 150 servings (1 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a several large containers, combine all ingredients; toss to coat. Refrigerate overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 601mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
ITALIAN SPAGHETTI SALAD
This attractive, fresh-tasting spaghetti salad can conveniently be made the night before. It makes enough for a crowd! -Lucia Johnson, Massena, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; add tomatoes, zucchini, cucumber and peppers. , Combine remaining ingredients; pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPAGHETTI SALAD I
Fresh veggies and a rich variety of seasonings make this a great springtime dish for a party or a family picnic! Garnish with tomatoes and parsley and serve with a spaghetti salad smile!
Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 2h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water and drain well. Transfer to large bowl.
- In medium bowl, whisk together salad dressing, cheese, seeds, salt, paprika, garlic powder and peppers until well blended. Stir in cucumber and onion. Pour mixture over spaghetti and toss lightly to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours. Top with tomatoes to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.5 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 773.4 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
RAINBOW PASTA SALAD II
This is a really quick and easy pasta salad. Great for picnics and BBQ's.
Provided by JENNIEANNE
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse in cold water.
- In a large bowl combine tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, cooled pasta and Italian dressing. Refrigerate overnight, or for at least 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.1 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 924 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
ITALIAN PASTA SALAD II
This is truly a must have pasta salad especially if you are Italian. I can't keep this in the house, it goes as fast as I make it. Enjoy!
Provided by YORKIDOLL
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Italian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until tender. Drain, and transfer to a large bowl. Stir in enough olive oil to coat, but not so that it pools at the bottom of the bowl. Mix in the red and green bell peppers, tomatoes, garlic, salt, pepper, basil, parsley, oregano and Asiago cheese. Mix in the Parmesan cheese. Refrigerate until 20 minutes before serving. If the pasta soaks up a lot of the oil, you may need to add more. Taste the salad as you are preparing it, you may like more or less ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.5 calories, Carbohydrate 48.3 g, Cholesterol 17.6 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 272.2 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
SUMMER PASTA SALAD II
This is the pasta salad that my mom makes. It's even better the day after.
Provided by MENTHA
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a bowl combine cooked pasta, red pepper, zucchini, onion, olives, artichoke hearts, broccoli, salami, pepperoni and mozzarella cheese. Toss until well mixed. Pour on one cup of the dressing and mix well. Cool in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- When ready to eat, toss with remaining one cup of dressing, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, pepper and garlic. Garnish with tomato wedges
Nutrition Facts : Calories 504.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 62.8 mg, Fat 36.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 20.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.8 g, Sodium 1900.5 mg, Sugar 5.5 g
SPAGHETTI SALAD III
This is a great summer salad and will taste even better the next day...if it makes it overnight!
Provided by Sherie H
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti in boiling salted water until al dente. Rinse in cool water, drain.
- In a large bowl place chopped tomatoes, green bell pepper, onion and cucumber. Add Cheddar cheese, and salad seasoning.
- Add cooled pasta to large bowl with vegetables and pour salad dressing over top. Toss well to coat. Chill for several hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.7 calories, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 29.8 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 15.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 1096.9 mg, Sugar 7.7 g
DOUBLE-TOMATO PASTA SALAD
For full-spectrum tomato flavor, this pasta salad pairs fresh tomatoes with sun-dried tomatoes. The sun-dried tomato oil and the water that's released from salted tomatoes serve as a built-in dressing. Nuts and herbs add crunch and freshness, but you should feel free to add more embellishments right before serving, like mozzarella or shaved Parmesan, white beans or chickpeas, sardines or another tinned fish, or briny condiments like capers or olives.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, weeknight, pastas, salads and dressings, main course
Time 35m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Holding back the sun-dried tomatoes with your fingers, drain the oil from the jar into a large pot. Coarsely chop the sun-dried tomatoes and add them to the pot, along with the nuts and olive oil. Set over medium-low and cook, stirring often, until the nuts are toasted, 5 to 6 minutes. Scrape into a large bowl (reserve the pot), then stir in the garlic and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
- Fill the reserved pot with water (no need to wash) and bring to a boil. Season water with salt, add the pasta and cook until just past al dente. (The pasta will not cook further in the sauce.) Drain the pasta.
- While the water is coming to a boil, coarsely chop the ripe tomatoes. Add to the sun-dried tomato mixture, season with 1 teaspoon salt and stir to combine. (Tomato mixture can be made up to 2 hours ahead.)
- Add the drained pasta to the tomato mixture and stir to combine. Let sit until room temperature, about 15 minutes or up to 2 hours. Pasta salad will keep up to 3 days if refrigerated.
- When ready to eat, taste the pasta salad. If flavors are muted, add salt and lemon juice or red wine vinegar. If it's too sweet, add black pepper and lemon juice or red wine vinegar. Stir in the greens and eat.
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables to add color and flavor to your salad. Some good options include cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, bell peppers, and artichoke hearts.
- Be sure to cook the spaghetti al dente, so it still has a slight bite to it.
- Homemade dressing is usually better option. If you're short on time, you can use a store-bought vinaigrette or Italian dressing.
- If you're making the salad ahead of time, be sure to chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Conclusion:
Spaghetti salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or a potluck. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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