This recipe gives you a great refreshing, yet vibrant salad to share in the Summer. This is a perfect addition to any Summertime picnic, party, potluck or just because you want to treat your family. This is a salad, but this is definitely not the boring salad filled with lettuce and boring vegetables.
This salad is a new way to enjoy summertime. This salad will work for lunchtime, dinnertime or as a great evening snack also.
This is a versatile recipe that can be adjusted to fit any style of cuisine. From Asian to American, Indian to German, there are many different styles you can make this delicious salad. Be sure to chill this salad for at least a few hours before serving. This salad is best when served cold.
This salad can be served as a meal by itself or it can be used as a side dish to another main dish. This would go well with Chicken, cold or hot. Any type of pork and it would be fabulous when served with Barbecued Ribs.
How can I turn this into an Asian style?
You could change out the noodles to Chow Mein or Lo Mein and use soy sauce in the dressing, while removing the Italian Dressing. Add in Sesame Oil.
Can I make this Salad in advance?
You could make it in advance and keep it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. This is going to allow the flavors to blend together.
Can I freeze this Salad?
It is possible, however, there may be a change in texture or flavor.
Can I add other ingredients to this Salad?
If you know of vegetables that would add to the flavor of this salad, then feel free to add them. May I suggest carrots, baby spinach or even radishes.
Could I use a different Pasta?
This is possible if you do not want to use Spaghetti. You could use Angel Hair Pasta, Shell Macaroni, Penne or almost any type of pasta that would not overwhelm the other ingredients.
Ingredients:
1 ½ cups Cherry Tomatoes, halved
1 Cucumber, diced
2 Zucchini, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 medium red Onion, diced
1 can Black Olives, sliced
1 tbsp Sesame Seeds
1 tsp Paprika
½ tsp Celery Seed
¼ tsp Garlic Powder
½ cup Parmesan Cheese
1 Bottle Italian Dressing
HOW TO MAKE CALIFORNIA SPAGHETTI SALAD:
Step 1. Cook the Spaghetti Noodles according to package directions, to your preference of tenderness
Step 2. Rinse and drain the Spaghetti and set off to the side for now
Step 3. In a large bowl add the diced bell peppers, diced cucumber, diced onion, halved tomatoes, diced zucchini and toss to combine
Step 4. Add in the black olives
Step 5. In another bowl combine the Italian dressing, Sesame Seeds, Paprika, Celery Seed, Garlic Powder and Parmesan Cheese
Step 6. Whisk to blend well
Step 7. Pour this mixture over the spaghetti and vegetables and toss to coat all ingredients
Step 8. Chill for two to three hours before serving
California Spaghetti Salad
This recipe gives you a great refreshing, yet vibrant salad to share in the Summer. This is a perfect addition to any Summertime picnic, party, potluck or just because you want to treat your family. This is a salad, but this is definitely not the boring salad filled with lettuce and boring vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 1 Cucumber, diced
- 2 Zucchini, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium red Onion, diced
- 1 can Black Olives, sliced
- 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds
- 1 tsp Paprika
- ½ tsp Celery Seed
- ¼ tsp Garlic Powder
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1 Bottle Italian Dressing
Instructions
1. Cook the Spaghetti Noodles according to package directions, to your preference of tenderness
2. Rinse and drain the Spaghetti and set off to the side for now
3. In a large bowl add the diced bell peppers, diced cucumber, diced onion, halved tomatoes, diced zucchini and toss to combine
4. Add in the black olives
5. In another bowl combine the Italian dressing, Sesame Seeds, Paprika, Celery Seed, Garlic Powder and Parmesan Cheese
6. Whisk to blend well
7. Pour this mixture over the spaghetti and vegetables and toss to coat all ingredients
8. Chill for two to three hours before serving
Notes
Can I make this Salad in advance?
You could make it in advance and keep it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. This is going to allow the flavors to blend together.
Nutrition Information
Yield 12 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 44Total Fat 2gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 1gCholesterol 4mgSodium 93mgCarbohydrates 5gFiber 1gSugar 2gProtein 2g
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