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Easy california-spaghetti-salad Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 lb spaghetti
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 can (2.25 oz) sliced black olives, drained
- 1 cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Spaghetti:
- Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Allow to cool completely.
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- While the spaghetti is cooling, prepare the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, red and green bell peppers, and finely chop the red onion.
- Mix the Salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled spaghetti, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, and sliced black olives.
- Add Dressing and Seasoning:
- Pour the Italian dressing over the salad. Add the grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until well combined.
- Chill and Serve:
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired.
- Enjoy:
- Serve chilled and enjoy your easy California spaghetti salad!