Description
Delight in the vibrant flavors of this Delicious Italian Spaghetti Salad, perfect for summer gatherings and potlucks. This dish features al dente spaghetti tossed with fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers, all glistening in a tangy balsamic dressing. Each bite is a refreshing explosion of taste that transports you straight to an Italian villa. Easy to prepare, this salad is not only visually stunning but also highly customizable, making it ideal for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dried spaghetti
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente according to package instructions. Drain without rinsing.
- While pasta cooks, chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine drained spaghetti with chopped vegetables.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar; sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss well to combine.
- Chill in the fridge for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg