California Spaghetti Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or any gathering. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
– 1 pound spaghetti, cooked according to package instructions and cooled
– 1 large cucumber, diced
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1 green bell pepper, diced
– 1 red onion, diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup sliced black olives
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 cup Italian salad dressing
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled spaghetti, diced cucumber, diced bell peppers, diced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced black olives, and shredded cheddar cheese.
2. Pour the Italian salad dressing over the pasta and vegetable mixture, tossing until everything is evenly coated.
3. Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the salad and toss again to combine.
4. Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the California Spaghetti Salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Before serving, give the salad a final toss and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for garnish.
7. Serve the salad chilled and enjoy!
This California Spaghetti Salad is packed with vibrant colors, textures, and flavors, making it a crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to impress. It’s light, refreshing, and perfect for summer gatherings. Enjoy!