Nicole's Spaghetti Salad
Bright, refreshing, and packed with bold Mediterranean flavors, Nicole's Spaghetti Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for summer gatherings or quick weekday meals. This vibrant pasta salad combines tender, al dente spaghetti with a medley of crisp vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red bell pepper, perfectly complemented by tangy black olives and a zesty Italian dressing. A shower of grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley enhance every bite, while a quick chill in the fridge allows the flavors to meld into a delightful harmony. Perfect as a chilled side dish for barbecues or a light lunch, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 30 minutes and serves six. Make this colorful, satisfying spaghetti salad your new favorite go-to for effortless dining!
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Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 0.75 cup black olives (sliced)
- 0.5 cup red onion
- 1 cup Italian dressing
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 0.25 cup parsley (fresh, chopped)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions, typically 8–10 minutes, until al dente. Drain the spaghetti, rinse with cold water, and set aside to cool completely.
Step 2
While the spaghetti cools, prepare the vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes, peel and dice the cucumber, dice the red bell pepper, and thinly slice the red onion.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled spaghetti, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, black olives, and parsley.
Step 4
Pour the Italian dressing over the mixture and toss well to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 5
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the salad and season with salt and black pepper. Toss again to distribute the seasonings and cheese.
Step 6
Refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Serve chilled and enjoy as a side dish or a light summer meal!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1757.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2088.8 |
| Total Fat 117.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 25.3g | |
| Cholesterol 95.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6744.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 191.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 49.2g | |
| Protein 76.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1751.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2634.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories