California Spaghetti Salad Recipe

Delight your taste buds with this flavorful and colorful California Spaghetti Salad! Packed with fresh vegetables and tossed in a delicious Italian dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a refreshing meal on its own.

Ingredients:

• 400-500 grams of spaghetti
• 1½ cups of cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 2 zucchinis, cubed
• 1 green pepper, diced
• 1 red pepper, diced
• 1 red onion, diced
• 1 can of sliced black olives, drained

For the dressing:

• 1 bottle of Italian dressing
• ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon of paprika
• ¼ teaspoon of celery seeds
• ½ teaspoon of garlic powder

Instructions:

1. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, cubed zucchinis, diced green and red peppers, diced red onion, and sliced black olives.
3. In another mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the Italian dressing, grated Parmesan cheese, sesame seeds, paprika, celery seeds, and garlic powder until well combined.
4. Add the cooked spaghetti to the bowl of vegetables. Pour the dressing over the spaghetti and vegetables, then toss until everything is evenly coated.
5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve chilled and enjoy the vibrant flavors of this California Spaghetti Salad!

This salad is not only delicious but also incredibly nutritious, making it a perfect dish for any occasion. Plus, with its colorful assortment of vegetables, even kids will love it! Give this recipe a try and indulge in a taste of California goodness.