Looking for a refreshing and easy-to-make dish? This spaghetti salad with Italian dressing is packed with fresh veggies, savory black olives, and Parmesan cheese, all tossed in a zesty Italian dressing. It’s the perfect side dish for BBQs or meal prep. Light, flavorful, and irresistibly delicious—save this cold spaghetti salad recipe for your next gathering!

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Quick Spaghetti Salad With Italian Dressing

• Author: Chef Mia

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Description

Spaghetti salad is a delightful fusion of pasta and fresh vegetables, making it a perfect dish for picnics, potlucks, or a light lunch.

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Ingredients

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• 12 ounces spaghetti
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup Italian dressing
• 1/2 cup black olives, sliced (optional)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. dd the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 810 minutes.
3. Once done, drain the spaghetti and rinse it under cold water to halt the cooking process and cool the pasta.
4. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper, and finely chop the red onion.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled spaghetti with the prepared vegetables. If youre adding olives, incorporate them at this stage.
6. Pour the Italian dressing over the pasta and vegetable mixture. Using tongs or a large spoon, toss everything together to ensure the dressing evenly coats the pasta and vegetables.
7. If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top for an added layer of flavor.

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