Description

This Spaghetti Salad is a delightful dish perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a refreshing side. Tender spaghetti mixed with fresh vegetables, black olives, and a zesty Italian dressing, topped with Parmesan cheese and herbs.

Ingredients

Spaghetti:

12 oz spaghetti (broken in half)

Salad Mix:

1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 cucumber (diced)
1 green bell pepper (chopped)
1 red onion (thinly sliced)
1 can (2.25 oz) sliced black olives (drained)

Dressing:

1 cup Italian salad dressing
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Cook the Spaghetti: Boil the spaghetti until al dente, then rinse under cold water.
Prepare the Salad: Combine spaghetti, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, and olives in a bowl.
Mix Dressing: Add Italian dressing, Parmesan, and seasoning; toss well.
Season and Chill: Adjust salt and pepper, refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Notes

For added protein, consider mixing in pepperoni, chicken, or chickpeas.
Use any Italian dressing of your choice—zesty varieties enhance the flavor.