Let's explore the world of flavors and textures in the delightful dish known as "Spaghetti Salad III." This culinary creation combines the classic essence of spaghetti with a refreshing twist, transforming it into a vibrant and versatile dish. Join us as we delve into the culinary secrets of this delectable salad, uncovering its origins, variations, and the culinary techniques that bring it to life. From choosing the perfect ingredients to mastering the art of dressing, we'll guide you through the process of crafting a Spaghetti Salad III that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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SPAGHETTI SALAD
For best flavor, prepare the Spaghetti Salad the day before you plan to serve it. It makes for a tasty lunch or side dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente, 9 to 10 minutes. Drain, and let cool slightly.
- While pasta is cooking, stir together onion, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and oil. Season vinaigrette with 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, and sugar.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, bell pepper, cucumber, tomatoes, olives, capers, and vinaigrette. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours and up to 1 day.
- Toss pasta with parsley and feta. Re-season, if desired, before serving.
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 PASTA SALAD
My family loves this salad as either a main meal or a side dish. We especially enjoy making it during the hot summer months, using fresh ingredients right out of our garden. It looks terrific with all the different colors!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 15-20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile in a large salad bowl, add the cheese, pepperoni, ham, green pepper, tomato, onion, cucumber and olives. Add avocado if desired. , Rinse pasta with cold water; drain well. Place on top of salad ingredients. Drizzle with salad dressing: toss lightly to coat. Chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 342mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
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
KALE PASTA SALAD
Great side dish! Or, add shrimp and make this kale pasta salad a complete meal. Loaded with your favorite veggies and plenty of flavor, too.
Provided by Allrecipes
Categories Pasta Salad
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain pasta well.
- Combine pasta, kale, carrots, cherry tomatoes, olives, cucumber, bell pepper, and shallot in a bowl. Stir together Greek dressing and mayo in a bowl and drizzle over salad. Mix until well combined.
LEMON SPAGHETTI WITH ROASTED ARTICHOKES
Lemon zest, lemon juice, Parmesan and basil come together for a silky and vibrant sauce that makes this weeknight-friendly pasta sing. The addition of roasted artichoke hearts adds texture and complements the zestiness of the dish. There's no better time than a weeknight to embrace canned or frozen artichoke hearts, as they are immensely less work than whole fresh ones, and they roast beautifully - and effortlessly - in a hot oven. Holding onto that salty, starchy pasta water is key to ensuring that each spaghetti noodle is enveloped in the lemony sauce; use it judiciously to emulsify the sauce as you quickly toss it.
Provided by Naz Deravian
Categories dinner, lunch, pastas, main course
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Gently pat the artichoke hearts with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Place the artichoke hearts in a mound in the center of the baking sheet. Add 2 tablespoons oil and 1 teaspoon salt, season with pepper and gently toss to combine. Scatter the artichoke hearts in an even layer and roast for 20 minutes. Flip the hearts and roast for an additional 10 minutes, until browned and a little crisp around the edges.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes or according to package directions.
- While the pasta cooks, in a serving dish large enough to accommodate the spaghetti, add the Parmesan, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and the lemon zest; toss to combine. Add the lemon juice and the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil; stir to combine. The mixture should resemble a thick paste.
- Place the serving dish next to the pasta pot. Scoop out and reserve 1 cup of the pasta water. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of it over the Parmesan-lemon mixture; stir to thin out the mixture a little.
- Using tongs, lift out some of the spaghetti (with its cooking water still clinging to it) and transfer to the Parmesan-lemon mixture; quickly toss and drag the spaghetti in a circular motion around the dish to incorporate the sauce. Repeat until you have transferred and tossed all of the spaghetti.
- Add the butter, basil and 1 tablespoon of the pasta water to the spaghetti, and keep tossing until you have a silky sauce clinging to it. Add more pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed.
- Top with the roasted artichokes, a little more black pepper and torn basil, and serve.
Tips:
- Use a variety of pasta shapes and sizes. This will give your salad a more interesting texture.
- Cook the pasta al dente. This means that it should be cooked until it is still slightly firm to the bite.
- Rinse the pasta with cold water after cooking. This will stop the cooking process and help to prevent the pasta from sticking together.
- Add your favorite vegetables to the salad. Some popular choices include tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, bell peppers, and olives.
- Use a flavorful dressing. A simple vinaigrette or a creamy dressing are both good options.
- Add some protein to the salad. This could be grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- Top the salad with grated cheese or crumbled bacon. This will add extra flavor and texture.
Conclusion:
Spaghetti salad is a versatile and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is perfect for summer picnics and potlucks, or as a quick and easy weeknight meal. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a spaghetti salad recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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