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Delicious Italian Spaghetti Salad
Faiza Shabir

Delicious Italian Spaghetti Salad Recipe

This Italian spaghetti salad is fresh, colorful, and packed with bold Mediterranean flavor. Tender spaghetti gets tossed with crisp vegetables, tangy Italian dressing, and savory herbs. It’s a refreshing dish perfect for potlucks, picnics, or summer dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz spaghetti
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup cucumber diced
  • ½ cup red bell pepper diced
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • ½ cup sliced black olives
  • ½ cup Italian dressing
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning

Method
 

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions and drain.
  2. Rinse the cooked spaghetti under cold water to cool it down.
  3. Cut the spaghetti into shorter pieces for easier serving.
  4. In a large bowl combine spaghetti, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion.
  5. Add sliced black olives and grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. Pour Italian dressing over the salad.
  7. Sprinkle dried Italian seasoning on top.
  8. Toss everything gently until well coated.
  9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Add diced mozzarella or feta cheese for extra flavor.
  • Include pepperoni slices for a heartier salad.
  • Chill well before serving for the best taste.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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