California Spaghetti Salad
California Spaghetti Salad is a refreshing and colorful dish that perfectly combines fresh vegetables with a zesty Italian dressing, making it an ideal choice for picnics, barbecues, or family dinners. With its vibrant colors and delightful flavors, this salad will be the star of any meal. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, it’s not only delicious but also customizable, allowing you to add your favorite proteins for a heartier option. Serve it chilled for an invigorating treat that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound thin spaghetti (broken into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1/2 red onion (diced)
- 1 can black olives (drained and sliced)
- 16 ounces Italian salad dressing
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package directions in a large pot until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and black olives.
- Add the cooled spaghetti to the vegetable mixture and pour in the Italian dressing. Toss well to coat all ingredients.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, sesame seeds, paprika, celery seed, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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