California Spaghetti Salad

California Spaghetti Salad: A Fresh, Flavorful Pasta Dish for Every Occasion


Introduction

California Spaghetti Salad is a vibrant, refreshing, and colorful cold pasta dish packed with vegetables and tossed in a zesty Italian-style dressing. This salad has become a go-to recipe for potlucks, picnics, summer BBQs, and even as a light weekday meal. It’s simple to prepare, can be made ahead of time, and brings together a medley of textures and flavors that appeal to all ages.


Ingredients

For the salad:

  • 400g (14 oz) spaghetti, broken into halves or thirds

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1 cup cucumber, diced

  • 1 cup red bell pepper, diced

  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely sliced

  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced

  • 1/2 cup broccoli florets, blanched

  • 1/4 cup grated carrots

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

For the dressing:

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