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California Spaghetti Salad

California spaghetti salad


  • Author: adminmidou
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A vibrant and refreshing pasta salad featuring colorful vegetables tossed in a tangy Italian dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a side dish any time of year.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 can sliced black olives
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions, then rinse under cold water.
  2. Combine cooked spaghetti, diced bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, black olives, and red onion in a large bowl.
  3. Pour Italian dressing over the salad and toss until well coated.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
  5. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite vegetables or add-ins.
  • Make sure to chill the salad before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  • Can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes (for pasta)
  • Category: Salad, Side Dish
  • Method: Tossing
  • Cuisine: Californian, Italian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Calories: 240 per serving
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 360mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg