Spaghetti salad

INGREDIENTS

• One pound of spaghetti, diced into portions no large than an inch
• 1 medium cucumber (chopped) 1 bell pepper (any color) 1 cup of cherry tomatoes (halved)
• Thinly slice one tiny purple onion.
• half a cup of sliced black olives
• Grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup
• 1/2 cup of marinara for salads
• 1/3 cup of Italian seasoning
• Toss with salt and pepper.

INSTRUCTIONS

Before serving, make positive the spaghetti is cooked al dente as directed on the box. Drain nicely after rinsing with bloodless water.
2. Toss the cooked spaghetti with the chopped tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and crimson onion in a giant salad dish.
3. stir in the chopped olives and Parmesan cheese.
4. Drizzle the salad with the Italian dressing and toss to coat.
5. Toss one greater to unfold the spices evenly, then season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
6. Let the salad relax in the fridge for at least an hour so the flavors can combine.
7. Best loved chilled or even room temperature.

Incorporate artichoke hearts or avocado for a creamy texture to your California Spaghetti Salad for a little greater flavor. Chicken or salami, after cooked, may additionally be introduced for protein. To make it lighter, mix half of of the Italian dressing with a little olive oil and sparkling lemon juice. Try the usage of a number shapes and textures of pasta by way of experimenting with special kinds.

Enjoy.

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