Linda's Spaghetti Salad

Bright, zesty, and effortlessly refreshing, Linda’s Spaghetti Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners. This vibrant pasta salad features al dente spaghetti generously tossed with crunchy cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, and briny black olives, all elevated by a tangy Italian dressing. A sprinkle of shredded Parmesan adds a savory depth, while optional fresh parsley brings a touch of herbal freshness. Prepped in just 30 minutes, this make-ahead recipe is perfect for busy schedules, as it only gets better after chilling to let the flavors meld. Whether you're looking for a colorful side dish for summer gatherings or a light vegetarian main course, Linda's Spaghetti Salad is a versatile, flavor-packed option that'll have everyone coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 450 grams Spaghetti
• 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 2 medium Bell peppers (any color)
• 1 medium Red onion
• 1 cup Black olives (sliced)
• 1 cup Shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1.5 cups Italian dressing
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water until completely cooled.

Step 2

While the spaghetti cooks, prepare the vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber and bell peppers, and thinly slice the red onion.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled spaghetti, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, and black olives.

Step 4

Pour the Italian dressing over the spaghetti and vegetables. Add the shredded Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until well-coated and evenly distributed.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss to distribute the dressing again. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2273.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2538.7

Total Fat 144.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 37.8g
Cholesterol 80mg	0%
Sodium 7896.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 255.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.8g	0%
Total Sugars 75.7g
Protein 72.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1302.6mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 2842.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.7%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 39.2%