Description
Italian Spaghetti Salad is a refreshing and colorful dish perfect for summer gatherings, combining pasta with fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled spaghetti, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, black olives, mozzarella balls, and Parmesan cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine.
- Stir in the chopped basil and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For added protein, consider mixing in diced grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- Substitute any of the vegetables with your favorites, such as spinach or artichokes, to customize the flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg