Luby's Cafeteria Spaghetti Salad
Bright, zesty, and packed with bold flavors, Luby's Cafeteria Spaghetti Salad is a nostalgic twist on a classic pasta salad, perfect for potlucks, picnics, or light lunches. This simple yet satisfying recipe combines tender spaghetti with crisp bell peppers, crunchy celery, and the briny notes of both black and pimento-stuffed green olives. Tossed in a tangy Italian dressing and finished with a generous sprinkling of Parmesan cheese, this chilled salad is bursting with vibrant textures and flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes (plus chill time), this easy-to-make dish is ideal for prepping ahead and letting the flavors develop in the fridge. Whether you're reminiscing about cafeteria classics or seeking a versatile side, this spaghetti salad is the perfect crowd-pleaser.
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Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 cup Italian dressing
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 0.5 cup black olives, sliced
- 0.5 cup pimento-stuffed green olives, sliced
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process, then transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Add the Italian dressing to the spaghetti and toss to coat evenly.
Step 3
Mix in the diced bell pepper, chopped red onion, diced celery, sliced black olives, and sliced green olives.
Step 4
Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the mixture and gently toss to combine.
Step 5
Season with salt and ground black pepper and mix well.
Step 6
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Before serving, toss the salad once more and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1032.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1545.3 |
| Total Fat 85.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 19.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 25.1g | |
| Cholesterol 40mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6173.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 158.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 39.0g | |
| Protein 39.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 570.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 983.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories