Delicious Italian Spaghetti Salad
Delicious Italian Spaghetti Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that pairs al dente spaghetti with crisp vegetables and a tangy dressing. Perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, or family dinners, this salad bursts with flavor in every bite. Its colorful presentation adds visual appeal, making it an effortless crowd-pleaser. Enjoy the ease of preparation and the delightful taste that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cold
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces dried spaghetti
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (red and yellow), diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- While pasta cooks, chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled spaghetti with chopped vegetables. Pour dressing over and toss to coat.
- Gently fold in crumbled feta cheese.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg