Delicious Italian Spaghetti Salad
Delicious Italian Spaghetti Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer gatherings. This pasta salad combines al dente spaghetti with an array of colorful vegetables, creamy cheeses, and zesty Italian dressing, creating a delightful medley of flavors and textures. It’s quick to prepare, taking only 25 minutes from start to finish, making it ideal for last-minute meals or potluck contributions. Not only does this salad look stunning on any table, but it also tastes even better after chilling in the fridge, allowing the ingredients to meld together beautifully. Enjoy it as a side dish or a light main course—everyone will be coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound spaghetti noodles
- 1 green pepper, diced
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 English cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 can (2.25 ounce) sliced olives, drained
- 0.5 cup cheddar cheese, cubed
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 16 ounces Italian dressing
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and cool.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped vegetables, olives, and cheeses.
- Add cooled spaghetti to the bowl and sprinkle with McCormick Salad Supreme seasoning and garlic powder.
- Pour Italian dressing over the mixture and gently toss until well combined.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg