Cold Confetti Pasta Salad Recipes

CONFETTI MACARONI SALAD

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The bits of bright red and green in this easy macaroni salad remind me of fun confetti. The inspiration for the dish came from a recipe I found in a church cookbook when I was a young writer responsible for a newspaper's food section. -Renee Page, Rochelle, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) uncooked elbow macaroni
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
3/4 teaspoon poppy seeds

Steps:

Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water and drain well., In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper. Add macaroni and remaining ingredients; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours or until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 342mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

COLD CONFETTI PASTA SALAD

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Not only does this salad look beautiful it is also delicious, it's great to serve at a get-together. Plan ahead this salad needs to chill for a minumum of 4 hours before serving, all ingredients amounts may be adjusted to taste and the complete recipe may be doubled, prep time includes chilling time, feel free to add to the salad ingredients ;-)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Vegetable

Time 4h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

6 cups coloured rotini pasta (cooked, drained and rinsed under cold water)
1 1/2 cups chopped cooked ham
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 small yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 large plum tomato, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese (or use 1 cup finely cubed cheddar cheese) or 1/2 cup feta cheese (or use 1 cup finely cubed cheddar cheese)
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
salt (to taste if needed)
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
1/4 cup prepared Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Dressing (can use more, or use favorite brand ranch dressing)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or use 1/2 teaspoon white salt)
2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic (or use 1 teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste)

Steps:

In a large glass bowl mix together all salad ingredients except the salt and pepper.
In a small bowl combine the dressing ingredients until well blended; pour over the salad and toss to combine.
Season with black pepper and salt if desired to taste.
If the mixture seems dry add in a little more mayonnaise.
Cover and refrigerate for a minumu of 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 831.8, Fat 35.8, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 58.1, Sodium 717.8, Carbohydrate 99.8, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 8.3, Protein 27.4

CONFETTI SPAGHETTI SALAD

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The time-saving secret to this pretty salad? When pasta is almost done, toss frozen veggies in the same pot to heat until tender.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Lunch

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 package (7 oz) spaghetti, broken into thirds
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
1/4 cup coarsely chopped red onion
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/2 cup Italian dressing

Steps:

Cook spaghetti as directed on package, adding frozen mixed vegetables during last 5 to 7 minutes of cooking time; cook until mixed vegetables are tender. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool. Drain well.
In medium bowl, gently toss cooled cooked spaghetti and vegetables, and remaining ingredients to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

CONFETTI PASTA SALAD

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This is a compilation of a couple of recipes I have made over the years. Has a little of everything and is almost a meal in itself. Makes a huge batch, so half it for a smaller group.

Provided by mrobertson

Categories < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 lb macaroni, cooked, drained & cooled
1 cup finely chopped cucumber
1 cup finely chopped tomatoes
1 cup finely chopped green pepper
1/3 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1 cup frozen peas, thawed (not cooked)
1 1/2-2 cups cheese, crumbles or 1 1/2-2 cups finely diced cheese
8 ounces diced ham
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
salt and black pepper
8 ounces Italian dressing

Steps:

Mix macaroni, veggies, cheese crumbles & ham.
Sprinkle with salt, pepper & parmesan.
Pour dressing over top. Mix well.
Refrigerate several hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.4, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 18, Sodium 655, Carbohydrate 28.3, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.2, Protein 11.7

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