Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Spaghetti Pasta Salad, a refreshing dish that combines the comforting texture of spaghetti with an array of colorful vegetables. This delightful salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or casual family dinners. Bursting with freshness and zesty Italian dressing, each bite promises to satisfy both kids and adults alike. Best of all, it’s incredibly easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy it as a light main course or a flavorful side dish at any gathering.
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
- 3/4 cup Italian dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and cook spaghetti noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled spaghetti with cucumber, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, black olives, and parsley.
- Add Italian dressing along with salt and pepper; toss gently until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg