Description
This Cold Spaghetti Pasta Salad Recipe is a refreshing and flavorful dish perfect for summer gatherings. With a mix of pasta, fresh vegetables, and tangy dressing, it’s a popular choice for potlucks and picnics. The chilled salad is easy to prepare and can be customized with additional protein options like salami, chicken, or chickpeas.
Ingredients
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Spaghetti Salad:
- 12 oz spaghetti, cooked and cooled
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 3/4 cup Italian dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti: Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside to cool completely.
- Prepare the salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooled spaghetti, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, Parmesan cheese, and parsley.
- Add dressing: Pour the Italian dressing over the salad and toss until well coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill and serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld. Toss again before serving and garnish with extra parsley or Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- You can make this salad up to a day in advance.
- For added protein, mix in diced salami, grilled chicken, or chickpeas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
