Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Fresh & Flavorful : Combines crisp veggies, chewy pasta, and zesty dressing for a satisfying bite.
Customizable : Add your favorite proteins or toppings to make it your own.
Make-Ahead Friendly : Tastes even better the next day as flavors meld together.
Versatile : Perfect as a side dish, lunch, or light dinner.
Crowd-Pleasing : Always a hit at gatherings, BBQs, or family meals.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Serves 6–8
For the Salad:
1 lb spaghetti (or fusilli, penne, or your favorite pasta)
1 cup cherry tomatoes , halved
1 cucumber , diced
1 red bell pepper , diced
½ red onion , finely chopped
1 cup shredded carrots
½ cup black olives , sliced
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
¼ cup fresh parsley , chopped
For the Dressing:
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp sugar (or honey for a natural sweetener)
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper , to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
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