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Cookout Spaghetti Salad Recipe Recipe

Cookout Spaghetti Salad Recipe

This refreshing spaghetti salad is perfect for a cookout or summer gathering. It's packed with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 1 lb thin spaghetti noodles broken in half
Seasonings
  • 1/4 cup Salad Supreme seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill weed finely chopped
Dressing
  • 1 1/2 cup Italian Salad Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Ranch Dressing
Vegetables and Add-ins
  • 1 cup cucumbers finely diced
  • 1 cup sweet cherry tomatoes finely diced
  • 1/3-1/2 cup red onions finely diced
  • 1/2 cup Mixed bell peppers red, green, and yellow
  • 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese cut into tiny cubes
  • 1/2 cup Hard pepperoni cut into cubes, optional

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Bowl

Method
 

  1. Cook spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Do not overcook.
  2. Drain and rinse with cold water until the pasta is cold. Set aside.
  3. Place drained pasta into a large bowl or casserole dish.
  4. Sprinkle pasta with Salad Supreme, Cajun seasoning, dill weed, and fresh parsley. Toss until coated.
  5. Mix together Italian dressing and ranch dressing.
  6. Pour dressing over pasta and toss until coated.
  7. Add remaining ingredients and toss to coat. Adjust quantities to suit your taste.
  8. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Refrigerate for at least an hour.
  9. Toss before serving, as some ingredients will sink to the bottom.
  10. Taste and adjust any seasonings or ingredients if needed. Garnish with additional fresh parsley and dill if desired.

Notes

For best results, let the salad chill for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or protein options.