Description
Spaghetti Pasta Salad is a delightful dish that beautifully combines the heartiness of al dente spaghetti with the freshness of vibrant vegetables. This recipe is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or family dinners, offering a colorful medley of flavors and textures that will impress your guests. Tossed in a zesty Italian dressing and sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese, this salad can be served as a refreshing side or a light main course. With its easy preparation and make-ahead options, you’ll want to keep this crowd-pleaser on repeat throughout the warmer months.
Ingredients
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- 16 ounces spaghetti noodles
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup Italian dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add spaghetti noodles and cook until al dente.
- Drain pasta using a colander and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with diced cucumber, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, onion, olives, and parsley.
- Add Parmesan cheese, Italian dressing, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course/Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg