Name: Zesty Spaghetti Pasta Salad for Summer Gatherings
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 2 h 30 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 16 oz Thin Spaghetti (Use gluten-free pasta as an alternative.); 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (Halved; substitute with grape tomatoes if preferred.); 1 cup Cucumber (Diced; can swap with bell pepper for a different texture.); 1 cup Salami (Sliced; can be substituted with pepperoni or omitted for a vegetarian version.); 1 medium Green Pepper (Diced; use red or yellow bell pepper for sweetness.); 0.5 small Red Onion (Diced; green onions could serve as a milder alternative.); 0.5 cup Black Olives (Sliced; use green olives as a substitute.); 1 bottle Italian Dressing (Coats all ingredients with flavorful zest.); 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (Grated; substitute with Pecorino Romano for a sharper flavor.); 1 tsp Paprika (Enhances warmth and color; optional.); Salt & Pepper (For seasoning adjustments based on taste.)

Description

Enjoy a refreshing Spaghetti Pasta Salad, perfect for summer gatherings, with vibrant vegetables and zesty Italian dressing.

Ingredients

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16 oz Thin Spaghetti (Use gluten-free pasta as an alternative.)
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (Halved; substitute with grape tomatoes if preferred.)
1 cup Cucumber (Diced; can swap with bell pepper for a different texture.)
1 cup Salami (Sliced; can be substituted with pepperoni or omitted for a vegetarian version.)
1 medium Green Pepper (Diced; use red or yellow bell pepper for sweetness.)
0.5 small Red Onion (Diced; green onions could serve as a milder alternative.)
0.5 cup Black Olives (Sliced; use green olives as a substitute.)
1 bottle Italian Dressing (Coats all ingredients with flavorful zest.)
1 cup Parmesan Cheese (Grated; substitute with Pecorino Romano for a sharper flavor.)
1 tsp Paprika (Enhances warmth and color; optional.)
Salt & Pepper (For seasoning adjustments based on taste.)

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Instructions

Boil thin spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking.
In a large bowl, mix the cooled spaghetti with cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced salami, green pepper, red onion, and black olives until evenly distributed.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the Italian dressing until well-combined. Pour over the salad mixture.
Using a large spoon, gently stir the salad to coat all ingredients with the dressing. Add the grated Parmesan cheese, mixing lightly to incorporate.
Cover the salad with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Notes

Adjust seasoning to your taste.
Letting the salad chill enhances the flavors.
This salad can be made a day in advance.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 300
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 10 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg