When we were growing up, one of my favorite parts of getting together with our extended family was the yummy dishes that everyone would bring to share. This is one of the EASIEST dishes you will make!
This recipe was one that was a staple at family gatherings and it’s always been a hit with my kids because they love anything with spaghetti noodles. There are also a lot of vegetables in it which is a WIN WIN for everyone!
One of the best things about this recipe is that you don’t have to use all of the ingredients! Don’t like cucumbers? Good, then don’t add them! Love mushrooms? Throw them right in.
If you want to make this into a meal, you could easy add chicken, turkey or even ham! My husband doesn’t think it is a meal if it doesn’t have meat.
This is how easy it is to make Spaghetti Salad:
All you are going to do is add these ingredients. My trick is to cut them up small. Then you can get more vegetables or cheese in one bite!
What you need:
thin spaghetti, broke into 3-4″ pieces
Roma tomatoes, diced
zucchini, diced
yellow zucchini squash, diced
green pepper, diced
red pepper, diced
red onion, diced
cucumber, diced
olives, drained
cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
How to cook the pasta for Spaghetti Salad:
- People like their pasta cooked differently. For me, I like it just a little firm so it won’t turn to much when you mix it. You have to remember that when cooking the pasta, it is angel hair, so it cooks pretty fast! Watch it and make sure it isn’t too over done!
- Make sure when cooking pasta, you season it with salt. Not only does it make it boil faster, it makes your pasta taste delicious!
- Also add 3 Tablespoons of olive oil as your water is boiling. This will make the pasta not stick together. No one likes big chunks of pasta.
- Wait until you have a nice boil before adding your pasta! That will make sure the oil is spread around the water so it will spread evenly around the noodles.
Watch how to make Spaghetti Salad HERE (Video)
Wondering what to serve with this pasta salad? Here are some delicious Six Sisters’ Stuff recipes:
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Serves: 15
The perfect side dish for a party, potluck, or BBQ because it feeds a crowd! It's also full of flavor and simple to throw together, making it an instant favorite!
20 minPrep Time
8 minCook Time
28 minTotal Time
Save RecipeIngredients
- 1 pound thin spaghetti, broke into 3-4" pieces
- 3 Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 medium yellow zucchini squash, diced
- 1 green pepper, diced
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 1 red onion, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 2 (2.25 oz) cans sliced olives, drained
- 8 oz cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1 (16 oz) bottle Italian dressing (I love Wishbone Robusto Italian )
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salad Supreme or Johnny's Seasoing (this is optional, but I love the little flavor boost it adds!)
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions, then rinse in cold water and drain. Set aside and let cool.
- Place tomatoes, zucchini, squash, peppers, onion, cucumber, olives, and cheese in a large bowl. Add cooled spaghetti noodles and mix well.
- In a small bowl, mix together dressing, Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder. Pour on top of the spaghetti and vegetables and mix until completely combined. Sprinkle the top with Salad Supreme.
- Let sit in the fridge for at least 2 hours before serving (this salad gets better with time, as the flavors meld together).
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