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Cold Pasta Salad Using Spaghetti Noodles

Are you looking for a delicious and refreshing dish to serve at your next gathering or family dinner? Look no further than cold pasta salad using spaghetti noodles. This dish is easy to make, customizable to your taste preferences, and perfect for any occasion. In this article, we will walk you through the steps to create a mouth-watering cold pasta salad that will leave your guests wanting more.

Ingredients:

Before we begin, let's gather all the necessary ingredients. This recipe serves 6-8 people, so adjust the measurements accordingly for a smaller or larger group.

  • 1 pound of spaghetti noodles
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup of sliced cucumbers
  • 1 cup of sliced black olives
  • 1/2 cup of diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh basil
  • 1/2 cup of olive oil
  • 1/4 cup of red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Spaghetti Noodles

Instructions:

Now that we have all the ingredients, let's get started on creating our cold pasta salad using spaghetti noodles.

  1. Begin by cooking the spaghetti noodles in a pot of boiling salted water for about 8-10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and rinse the noodles with cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent them from sticking together.

    2. Cooking Spaghetti

  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, sliced black olives, diced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, chopped fresh parsley, and chopped fresh basil. Mix well.

    3. Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Olives, And Red Onion

  3. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.

    4. Olive Oil, Red Wine Vinegar, Dijon Mustard, And Honey

  4. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.

    5. Dressing Over Vegetables

  5. Add the cooked spaghetti noodles to the bowl and toss until everything is well combined.

    6. Adding Cooked Spaghetti

  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until chilled.

    7. Refrigerating Pasta Salad

  7. When ready to serve, garnish with additional fresh herbs and enjoy!

    8. Garnished Pasta Salad

Variations:

This cold pasta salad using spaghetti noodles is highly customizable to your taste preferences. Here are some variations that you can try:

  • Swap out the cherry tomatoes for sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers.
  • Replace the sliced cucumbers with diced bell peppers or zucchini.
  • Use different types of olives such as kalamata or green olives.
  • Try different types of cheese such as goat cheese or grated Parmesan.
  • Experiment with different herbs such as cilantro or thyme.

Cold Pasta Salad

Conclusion:

Cold pasta salad using spaghetti noodles is a refreshing and delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe is highly customizable and easy to make, making it a great go-to dish for any gathering or family dinner. So go ahead and give it a try, and let us know how it turns out!

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