Description
Spaghetti Pasta Salad is a vibrant and delicious dish that blends the comforting flavors of Italy with fresh, crisp vegetables. Perfect for warm days, picnics, or light lunches, this salad features tender spaghetti tossed with colorful veggies and a zesty dressing. With its delightful combination of textures and tastes, this pasta salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Plus, it’s easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy days. Enjoy it as a refreshing side or a satisfying main course!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cucumber, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, onion, black olives, parsley, and cooled spaghetti.
- Add Parmesan cheese and Italian dressing; mix well to coat all ingredients.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg