Description
This Spaghetti Salad bursts with flavor and freshness. With its blend of Italian dressing, tangy cheese, and colorful veggies, this dish is perfect for quick dinners or potlucks. Enjoy a homemade meal that’s as delightful as it is easy to prepare!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. spaghetti
- 16 oz. bottle italian dressing
- 8 oz. cheddar cheese cut into small cubes
- 6 oz. pepperoni sliced into strips
- 10 oz. package of grape or cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 english cucumber chopped
- 1 green bell pepper chopped
- ½ red onion thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley plus more for garnish if desired
- parmesan optional for serving
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool. Place in a large bowl.
- To the spaghetti, add the Italian dressing, cheese, pepperoni, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
- Toss until well combined. Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Serve the spaghetti salad topped with Parmesan and extra chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, let it sit overnight in the fridge before serving.
You can substitute or add other vegetables based on your preference.
This salad is perfect for summer gatherings and can be enjoyed cold.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg