California Spaghetti Salad

A fresh, flavor-packed side dish! Looking for a light, refreshing, and colorful pasta salad? This California Spaghetti Salad is packed with crisp veggies, tender pasta, and a tangy Italian-style dressing that brings everything together. It’s perfect for summer cookouts, BBQs, or meal prep—and it only gets better as it sits!

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1️⃣ Cook the Pasta – Cook spaghetti until al dente, drain, rinse under cold water, and let cool completely.

Step 2

2️⃣ Chop the Veggies – Dice cucumber, bell peppers, tomatoes, red onion, and olives for a mix of flavors and textures.

Step 3

3️⃣ Make the Dressing – In a bowl, whisk together Italian dressing, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Step 4

4️⃣ Mix Everything Together – In a large bowl, combine cooked spaghetti, chopped veggies, and shredded Parmesan. Pour the dressing over and toss to coat evenly.

Step 5

5️⃣ Chill & Serve! Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight) for the best flavor. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.

Step 6

Variations

Step 7

💡 Want extra crunch? Add chopped celery or sunflower seeds.

Step 8

💡 Prefer a protein boost? Mix in grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas.

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