Description
A quick and delicious spaghetti salad featuring al dente pasta, vibrant vegetables, and a zesty Italian dressing, perfect for picnics and potlucks.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 Cucumber
- 1 Green bell pepper
- 1 Red bell pepper
- 1 small Red onion
- 1/2 cup Black olives
- 1 cup Italian dressing
- 12 oz Spaghetti
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions.
- Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, chopped green and red bell peppers, thinly sliced red onion, and black olives.
- Fold the cooled spaghetti into the bowl with the vegetables.
- Drizzle the Italian dressing over the mixture and toss everything together until well combined.
- Season with a sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a tangier flavor, consider adding feta cheese or artichokes. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian