Spaghetti Salad
A vibrant and refreshing Spaghetti Salad, bursting with the flavors of summer vegetables and a tangy Italian dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light lunch, this salad is even more delicious the next day, allowing the flavors to meld together in perfect harmony.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
52 g
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Cholesterol
30 mg
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Fiber
3 g
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Protein
15 g
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Saturated Fat
9 g
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Sodium
1097 mg
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Sugar
8 g
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Fat
26 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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First, gather all your fresh ingredients and prepare your workspace.
02 Step
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In a large pot, bring lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. (Estimated time: 12 minutes)
03 Step
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Once cooked, immediately rinse the spaghetti under cold water to stop the cooking process and drain thoroughly. (Estimated time: 2 minutes)
04 Step
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, diced green bell pepper, finely chopped onion, and diced cucumber. Add the shredded Cheddar cheese and Italian seasoning to the bowl. (Estimated time: 5 minutes)
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Add the cooled spaghetti to the bowl with the vegetables and cheese. Pour the Italian-style salad dressing over the mixture, ensuring all ingredients are well coated. Toss gently but thoroughly to combine. (Estimated time: 3 minutes)
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For the best flavor, cover the salad and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully. (Estimated time: 120 minutes)
For a vegetarian option, consider adding black olives or artichoke hearts.
If you prefer a creamier dressing, mix the Italian dressing with a dollop of mayonnaise or sour cream.
This salad is best served cold. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Feel free to experiment with other vegetables such as bell peppers of different colors, carrots, or zucchini.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.8/ 5 ( 97 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
Carlos Hessel
Feb 13, 2025Next time I will try adding sun-dried tomatoes. Thanks for the great recipe!
Junius Batz
Dec 24, 2024This is now my go-to recipe for potlucks. It's always a hit!
Kory Bechtelar
Nov 25, 2024I used rotini pasta instead of spaghetti and it turned out great!
Mathew Koss
Nov 11, 2024I made this the night before and it was even better the next day. The flavors really melded together.
Bernadette Robel
Mar 14, 2024I was skeptical about the Cheddar cheese, but it actually works really well in this salad.
Krista Ruecker
Mar 6, 2024My family devoured this! I added some black olives and feta cheese for extra flavor.