Best 8 Spectacular Spaghetti Salad Recipes

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Are you looking for a refreshing and flavorful side dish to complement your summer cookouts or potlucks? Look no further! Spaghetti salad is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking, making it a hit among people of all ages. With a variety of ingredients, textures, and flavors, spaghetti salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Whether you prefer a classic mayonnaise-based dressing or a lighter vinaigrette, there are endless possibilities when it comes to creating a spectacular spaghetti salad. Let's dive into some of the best recipes and explore the secrets to making a truly unforgettable spaghetti salad.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPAGHETTI SALAD I



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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

1 pound spaghetti, broken into pieces
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
2 teaspoons seasoning salt
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cucumber, chopped
1 red onion, diced
2 tomatoes, chopped

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

SPAGHETTI SALAD



Spaghetti Salad image

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

Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 pound thin spaghetti
1/2 small red onion, quartered lengthwise and sliced crosswise (about 1/3 cup)
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 medium bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch pieces (about 1 cup)
1/2 English cucumber, seeded and cut into 1/2 inch pieces (about 3/4 cup)
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup kalamata olives (about 10), pitted and halved
1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup packed parsley leaves
3 ounces crumbled feta (about 3/4 cup)

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.

CONTEST-WINNING PICNIC PASTA SALAD



Contest-Winning Picnic Pasta Salad image

My family's not big on traditional pasta salads made with mayonnaise, so when I served this colorful version that uses Italian dressing, it was a big hit. This crowd-pleaser is loaded with vegetables, beans and tricolor pasta. It's one of the best picnic salad ideas! -Felicia Fiocchi, Vineland, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (12 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta
1 package (10 ounces) refrigerated tricolor tortellini
1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, undrained
1/2 pound fresh broccoli florets (about 1-3/4 cups)
12 ounces provolone cheese, cubed
12 ounces hard salami, cubed
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 medium red onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 envelopes Italian salad dressing mix

Steps:

  • Cook spiral pasta and tortellini according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; add the artichokes, broccoli, provolone cheese, salami, peppers, beans, olives, onion and garlic. , Prepare salad dressing according to package directions; pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 23g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 1156mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

SPECTACULAR SPAGHETTI SQUASH



Spectacular Spaghetti Squash image

I wanted to make dinner in a hurry and I remembered this recipe in an old cookbook. I made it for my family and my husband now requests it often.-Jean Matuszak, Madison, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium spaghetti squash (about 3 pounds)
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 medium zucchini, sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
3 cups sugar snap peas
6 green onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half lengthwise; scoop out seeds. Place squash cut side down in a baking dish. Fill pan with hot water to a depth of 1/2 in. Cover and bake at 375° for 50-60 minutes or until tender. , When cool enough to handle, scoop out the squash and separate strands with a fork. Place squash in a large serving bowl and keep warm. Discard shells. , Meanwhile, in a skillet; saute mushrooms, zucchini, red pepper, peas, onions and garlic in oil and butter for 15 minutes or until tender. Add tomatoes, basil, garlic salt and pepper; heat through. Pour over squash. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 195mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SPECTACULAR SPAGHETTI SALAD



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This started with evelyn/athens' Macaroni Salad (63733) and morphed based on the ingredients I had on hand and my personal tastes. I brought it to a BBQ and my foodie friend pronounced it spectacular, so I had to post the recipe! BTW, the cooking time is actually refrigeration time.

Provided by psycedmom

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 quarts, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
3 tablespoons vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 lb thin spaghetti
4 celery hearts, thinly sliced (with leaves)
1/2 green pepper, chopped
3 green onions, thinly sliced (white & green parts)
1 tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook spaghetti according to package directions.
  • Mix all dressing ingredients together.
  • When spaghetti is done, drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Mix salad ingredients with dressing.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534.9, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 1071.8, Carbohydrate 69.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 6.3, Protein 16.4

CHILLED SPAGHETTI SALAD



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This is great to bring to Pot Lucks....but always remember to keep some home for yourself. It makes alot and it's so good. It looks pretty too!!! I'm always asked to bring this to gatherings.

Provided by Boca Pat

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 40m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (1 lb) box vermicelli (break in three's)
1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian dressing
1 (2 5/8 ounce) jar Salad Supreme dry seasoning (Mccormicks spices)
2 bunches scallions, diced (tops & bottoms)
3 tomatoes, cut into small pieces
4 stalks celery, diced

Steps:

  • Cook vermicelli (remember to break into three's).
  • Drain vermicelli.
  • Add all ingredients and mix well-- Put in refrigerator overnight and viola!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 254, Carbohydrate 40.8, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 5.2, Protein 7.1

SPAGHETTI SALAD III



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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

1 pound spaghetti
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
½ onion, chopped
1 cucumber, peeled and chopped

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

LUBY'S CAFETERIA SPAGHETTI SALAD



Luby's Cafeteria Spaghetti Salad image

A copy cat recipe. I haven't tried this one yet. Although at the 4-H District Speech Supper last year, one lady brought a salad similar to this one, but without the cucumbers in it. A person could change the kind of veggies, and probably half the recipe for your family.

Provided by Cullinaryjudge

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb spaghetti, broken in half
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian dressing
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon poppy seed
2 teaspoons seasoning salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 medium cucumber, diced
1 medium red onion, diced
2 medium tomatoes, diced
parsley (to garnish)

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, onion, and tomatoes.
  • Pour over spaghetti and toss lightly to coat evenly.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours.
  • Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.6, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 0.4, Sodium 635.7, Carbohydrate 35.6, Fiber 2, Sugar 5.3, Protein 6

Tips:

  • Use a variety of pasta shapes. This will add visual interest and texture to your salad.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means that it should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Cool the pasta before adding it to the salad. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming mushy.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add color, flavor, and nutrients to your salad.
  • Choose a dressing that you like. There are many different types of dressings that can be used for spaghetti salad, so choose one that you think will complement the flavors of the other ingredients.
  • Add some protein. This will make the salad more filling and satisfying. Some good options include grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
  • Serve the salad immediately. Spaghetti salad is best when it is served fresh.

Conclusion:

Spaghetti salad is a versatile and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover pasta and vegetables, and it is also a perfect dish for potlucks and picnics. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a spaghetti salad recipe that everyone will love.

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