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Quick Spaghetti Salad

Refreshing Quick Spaghetti Salad Perfect for Easy Gatherings

A delightful Quick Spaghetti Salad loaded with fresh vegetables and zesty dressing, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Spaghetti Cook to al dente for best texture
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced
  • 1 cup Green Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Black Olives Sliced (optional)
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Italian Dressing Store-bought or homemade
For the Optional Topping
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Omit for vegan version

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain.
  2. Rinse the spaghetti under cold water to stop cooking and drain excess water.
  3. Prepare vegetables: halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber and bell peppers, and finely chop red onion.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine cooled spaghetti with prepared vegetables.
  5. Pour Italian dressing over the salad and toss until thoroughly mixed.
  6. Season with salt and pepper. Add grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Rinse spaghetti well to prevent clumping. Chill for best flavor. Consider adding chickpeas or grilled tofu for protein.

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