Name: Spaghetti Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 12 people
Ingredients: 16 ounces spaghetti; 1 pint grape tomatoes,; 1 European cucumber,; 1 orange bell pepper,; 1/2 red onion,; 4 ounces salami,; 4 ounces pepperoni,; 4 ounces sliced black olives,; 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese,; 1 teaspoon fresh parsley,; 1 cup olive oil; 2/3 cup red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Spaghetti Salad is loaded with veggies, pepperoni, and salami, then tossed in an oil and vinegar dressing. Topped with a sprinkle of parsley and lots of Parmesan cheese, it’s a perfect summer meal or side dish!

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Ingredients for Spaghetti Salad

Spaghetti
Grape Tomatoes
European Cucumber
Orange Bell Pepper
Red Onion
Salami
Pepperoni
Sliced Black Olives
Parmesan Cheese
Fresh Parsley
Olive Oil
Red Wine Vinegar
Kosher Salt
Dried Basil
Dried Oregano
Ground Black Pepper
Garlic Powder

How To Make Spaghetti Salad

1. Cook the spaghetti until al dente and then strain it. Run the cooked pasta under cold water to prevent further cooking.
2. Prep the vegetables and whisk together the dressing ingredients in a medium bowl.
3. Combine the cooked, cooled pasta, vegetables, dressing, parsley, and Parmesan to a large bowl. Toss to combine. Then chill the salad in the fridge to allow the flavors to build.

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Ingredients

12 people

Salad

Dressing

1 cup olive oil
2/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps

Cook the spaghetti to al dente according to package directions, strain and run cold water over it to prevent further cooking.
While spaghetti is cooking, prep your vegetables and whisk together the dressing ingredients in a medium bowl.
Add the cooked pasta, vegetables, dressing, parsley, and Parmesan to a large bowl and toss to combine. Chill in the fridge for at least two hours to allow the flavors to build.

Notes

Turkey Pepperoni may be used in place of salami and regular pepperoni.
Store bought Italian dressing may be used in place of the homemade recipe.
Salad should chill for at least 2 hours and can be refrigerated for up to 4 days.
Cheese can be omitted for a dairy free side dish.

Nutrition

Calories290
Carbs32g
Protein11g
Fat12g
Saturated fat3g
Fiber2g
Sugar3g
Sodium794mg

Estimates per serving, when a serving size is listed.

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