Best 7 Perfect Potluck Spaghetti Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our diverse collection of potluck spaghetti salad recipes, each offering a unique taste sensation. From classic iterations to innovative twists, these recipes cater to every palate.

1. **Classic Spaghetti Salad:** Embark on a nostalgic journey with this timeless recipe, featuring al dente spaghetti tossed in a zesty mayonnaise-based dressing. Diced vegetables like celery, red onion, and bell peppers add a refreshing crunch, while hard-boiled eggs provide a protein boost.

2. **Loaded Spaghetti Salad:** Elevate your potluck contribution with this hearty and flavorful salad, packed with an array of delectable ingredients. Tender spaghetti serves as the base, complemented by a creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and a hint of sweetness from honey. A medley of cooked meats, chopped vegetables, and shredded cheese adds a symphony of flavors and textures.

3. **Mediterranean Spaghetti Salad:** Transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean with this vibrant salad. Spaghetti is tossed in a tangy dressing infused with olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs like oregano and basil. Feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and kalamata olives bring authentic Mediterranean flavors, while fresh spinach and artichoke hearts add a delightful twist.

4. **Vegan Spaghetti Salad:** Delight your vegan friends and family with this wholesome and flavorful salad. Spaghetti is coated in a creamy avocado dressing, complemented by a medley of fresh vegetables like roasted red peppers, crunchy carrots, and juicy cherry tomatoes. Hearty chickpeas and quinoa provide a satisfying protein boost, making this salad a complete and satisfying meal.

5. **Asian-Inspired Spaghetti Salad:** Embark on a culinary adventure with this fusion recipe, where East meets West. Spaghetti is tossed in a sweet and savory dressing made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Colorful stir-fried vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, and snap peas add a vibrant crunch, while crunchy peanuts and chopped cilantro bring an authentic Asian touch.

Explore this diverse collection of potluck spaghetti salad recipes, each offering a unique culinary experience. Whether you prefer classic flavors or crave something innovative, these recipes have something for everyone. Gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and embark on a delightful cooking journey.

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SPAGHETTI SALAD



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Spaghetti Salad is a perfect summer side dish for potlucks. Filled with veggies, mozzarella cheese, Italian dressing, and pepperoni.

Provided by Sara Smith

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb spaghetti noodles (uncooked)
16 oz Italian Salad Dressing
5 oz package mini pepperoni
2 cups whole grape tomatoes
6 oz can of sliced black olives, drained
12 oz pepperoncini peppers, drained ((or mild deli style banana peppers))
1 cup diced orange bell pepper
6 oz cubed mozzarella cheese ((6 mozzarella sticks) )
2 cups sliced english cucumber
½ cup diced purple onion
optional: grated parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, salt and pepper to taste.

Steps:

  • Cook the noodles according to package instructions, then drain and rinse with cool water. Drain and add pasta to a large bowl.
  • Add in ½ cup italian dressing, and mix well. Cover and refrigerate 20 minutes while preparing and slicing the olives, peppers, cheese, cucumber, and onion.
  • Add mini pepperoni, tomatoes, and remaining vegetables and mozzarella cheese to bowl of pasta. Add remaining italian salad dressing and gently mix, coating salad ingredients evenly. Optional: top with grated parmesan cheese and fresh parsley to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 924 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPAGHETTI SALAD



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Spaghetti Salad Recipe - Packed with fresh summer veggies, olives, and feta cheese, this delicious spaghetti salad is perfect for all your summer picnics, potlucks, and parties!

Provided by Katerina | Diethood

Categories     Appetizer Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 to 10 ounces spaghetti
1 pint colorful grape tomatoes, (halved)
1 whole English Cucumber, (halved lengthwise and cut into half moons)
2 whole banana peppers, (diced)
1 teaspoon, or to taste dried oregano
1 jar (about 1-1/2 cups) STAR Garlic & Basil Olives, (drained)
2 tablespoons STAR Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 tablespoon, or to taste STAR White Wine Vinegar
1 cup fat free crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare spaghetti according to the package directions. Drain and rinse well with cold water.
  • Transfer spaghetti to a big salad bowl; add cut tomatoes, cut cucumbers, peppers, oregano, and olives.
  • Pour olive oil and vinegar over the salad; toss well to combine.
  • Top with crumbled feta cheese.
  • Chill for 2 to 4 hours.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Sodium 214 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

POTLUCK PASTA SALAD



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"This dish is a hit and it keeps beautifully in the refrigerator for days," says Erika Shupe of Mount Vernon, Washington. "With pasta, veggies and cheese, it's a complete meal that's filling and flavorful!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
1-3/4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1-1/2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, cubed
1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained and halved
1/2 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
DRESSING:
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large serving bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, cheese, olives and tomatoes., Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; add to vegetables. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 372mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

THE PERFECT PICNIC PASTA SALAD



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Pasta salad is almost always the most disappointing side dish at the picnic or cookout, but this recipe shows you how to transform what is normally an "afterthought" to a dish that's good enough to enjoy on its own, or as the perfect complement to grilled meat. Top this with extra fresh chopped herbs if you like.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes

Time 3h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
¼ cup cider vinegar
¼ cup rice vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon
2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
2 teaspoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 pound rotini (corkscrew) pasta
1 cup sliced snow peas
1 cup thinly sliced carrots
½ cup shelled English peas
1 cup broccoli florets
½ cup diced bell peppers
1 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
¼ cup finely diced red onion
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk Dijon mustard, cider vinegar, rice vinegar, salt, sugar, and cayenne together in a large bowl for about 30 seconds. Whisk in olive oil in 1-teaspoon increments until emulsified. Whisk in tarragon, dill, parsley, chives, and thyme. Remove and reserve 1/2 of the dressing in a separate small bowl.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Add snow peas, carrots, peas, and broccoli about 2 minutes before the pasta is done. Drain pasta and veggies well, but do not rinse.
  • Transfer hot pasta mixture to the vinaigrette in the large mixing bowl and toss well to combine. Let rest for 5 minutes and toss again. Toss occasionally until the mixture is almost room temperature, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Add bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, green onions, salt, and the reserved dressing and toss well.
  • Wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 hours before serving. Toss and adjust seasoning before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.9 calories, Carbohydrate 50.9 g, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 641.6 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

POTLUCK SPAGHETTI SALAD



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Make and share this Potluck Spaghetti Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by VickyJ

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 22m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti, broken in half
3 medium tomatoes, diced
1 cucumber, seeded and diced
1 green pepper, diced
1 red onion, diced
1 (10 ounce) bottle Italian salad dressing
1 teaspoon poppy seed
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • Cook spaghetti according to directions; rinse in cold water and drain.
  • In a large bowl mix together spaghetti and vegetables.
  • In a small bowl mix together all the remaining ingredients.
  • Pour dressing over the spaghetti mixture.
  • Toss to coat.
  • Refrigerate overnight.
  • Toss before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 683.1, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 3.7, Sodium 737, Carbohydrate 103.4, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 14.6, Protein 17.3

ZESTY POTLUCK PASTA SALAD



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Love to bring home an empty bowl from potlucks? Here's a crowd-size pasta pleaser that almost guarantees an empty bowl.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 boxes Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad® classic pasta salad mix
3 cups frozen broccoli florets
2/3 cup Italian dressing
1/3 cup cold water
2 cups cut-up cooked chicken or ham
1 1/2 cups halved grape tomatoes

Steps:

  • Empty contents of pasta pouch (from salad mix) into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally and adding broccoli during last 2 minutes of cooking.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, stir contents of seasoning mix packet (from salad mix), the dressing and cold water until blended; set aside.
  • Drain pasta with broccoli; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well. Stir pasta with broccoli, chicken and tomatoes into dressing mixture. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 660 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

PERFECT POTLUCK SPAGHETTI SALAD



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This is a great pasta salad for a potluck or gathering. **Prep time does not include overnight chill time

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories     Pasta Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

7 oz angel hair spaghetti noodles
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
1 large tomato, seeded and diced
1 zucchini, diced
2 stalk(s) celery, diced
1/4 c parmesan cheese
1/4 c red wine vinegar
1/4 c olive oil
2 Tbsp packaged dry italian salad dressing mix
1 Tbsp parsley, finely chopped
1 Tbsp sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Boil spaghetti noodles until al dente and then rinse and cool.
  • 2. Prepare dressing (red wine vinegar through sugar) and chill.
  • 3. Combine pasta with vegetables and sprinkle with dressing and toss again. Add parmesan cheese and chill overnight.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, flavorful cheese, and a tangy dressing will make all the difference in your spaghetti salad.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: This will prevent it from becoming mushy in the salad.
  • Chop the vegetables into uniform pieces: This will help them to cook evenly and make the salad more visually appealing.
  • Dress the salad while it's still warm: This will help the flavors to meld together.
  • Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving: This will allow the flavors to develop and the salad to firm up.

Conclusion:

Spaghetti salad is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and summer gatherings. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a spaghetti salad recipe that everyone will love.

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