Confetti Salad 🎉
There’s just something special about a creamy pasta salad—it’s nostalgic, refreshing, and always a hit at potlucks or family gatherings. This Confetti Salad lives up to its cheerful name, with vibrant veggies, tender pasta, and a tangy, creamy dressing that ties it all together. Whether you’re packing it for a picnic, serving it at a cookout, or meal-prepping for the week, this salad is both festive and flavorful!
Ingredients
Salad:
- 1 (16 oz) package spaghetti
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ½ red onion, diced
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 3 celery stalks, diced
- 1 can whole kernel corn, drained
Dressing:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 ½ tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Confetti Salad 🎉
There’s just something special about a creamy pasta salad—it’s nostalgic, refreshing, and always a hit at potlucks or family gatherings. This Confetti Salad lives up to its cheerful name, with vibrant veggies, tender pasta, and a tangy, creamy dressing that ties it all together. Whether you’re packing it for a picnic, serving it at a cookout, or meal-prepping for the week, this salad is both festive and flavorful!
Ingredients
Salad:
- 1 (16 oz) package spaghetti
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ½ red onion, diced
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 3 celery stalks, diced
- 1 can whole kernel corn, drained
Dressing:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 ½ tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Make the dressing – In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan, vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Cook the pasta – Break spaghetti into 1–2 inch pieces. Boil until al dente, then drain and let cool for about 15 minutes.
- Assemble the salad – In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with diced pepper, onion, cucumber, celery, and corn. Toss gently.
- Add the dressing – Pour dressing over the salad and mix until everything is well coated.
- Chill & serve – Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors blend. Serve cold and enjoy!
Tips & Variations 🌟
- Swap spaghetti for rotini or penne if you prefer bite-sized pasta.
- Add extra crunch with diced carrots or chopped broccoli florets.
- For protein, stir in diced ham, chicken, or bacon bits.
- Lighten it up by replacing some mayo with Greek yogurt.
✨ Colorful, creamy, and crowd-pleasing, this Confetti Salad is guaranteed to brighten up any table!