CALIFORNIA SPAGHETTI SALAD

California Spaghetti Salad offers a refreshing twist to traditional pasta dishes. Packed with vibrant colors and fresh ingredients like cherry tomatoes, zucchini, cucumber, bell peppers, and black olives, it promises a flavor in every bite. Tossed in a zesty Italian dressing with hints of paprika, sesame seeds, and Parmesan cheese, this salad is a delightful addition to any meal. It’s perfect for busy days or relaxed gatherings with just a few simple steps. Whether a quick lunch or a picnic with friends, this chilled salad will satisfy your cravings with its cool, tangy goodness. Weight Watchers 5 Points / Serves 4.

Ingredients:

½ cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved

1 medium Zucchini, diced

1 small Cucumber, diced

1 small red bell pepper, diced

1 small red Onion, diced

1 small green bell pepper, diced

1/3 cup canned Black Olives, sliced

½ tsp Paprika

½ tbsp Sesame Seeds

¼ tsp Celery Seed

¼ cup Parmesan Cheese

¼ tsp Garlic Powder

½ cup Italian Dressing

Instructions:

1. Pour water into a pot over medium-high heat and bring to a boil; add Spaghetti Noodles and Cook according to package directions or until Al Dante.
2. Once done, drain, rinse, and transfer to a large bowl.
3. Add cucumber, bell peppers, black olives, halved tomatoes, onion, and zucchini in the pasta, and toss gently to combine.
4. Add sesame seeds, Italian dressing, celery seed, paprika, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder in a separate bowl, whisk until well combined.
5. Pour the dressing mixture over the spaghetti and vegetables mixture and toss to coat evenly.
6. Place in the refrigerator and chill for 2-3 hours before serving.

Yield: 4

CALIFORNIA SPAGHETTI SALAD

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California Spaghetti Salad offers a refreshing twist to traditional pasta dishes. Packed with vibrant colors and fresh ingredients like cherry tomatoes, zucchini, cucumber, bell peppers, and black olives, it promises a flavor in every bite.

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Additional Time 2 hours

Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes

Ingredients

• ½ cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Zucchini, diced
• 1 small Cucumber, diced
• 1 small red bell pepper, diced
• 1 small red Onion, diced
• 1 small green bell pepper, diced
• 1/3 cup canned Black Olives, sliced
• ½ tsp Paprika
• ½ tbsp Sesame Seeds
• ¼ tsp Celery Seed
• ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese
• ¼ tsp Garlic Powder
• ½ cup Italian Dressing

Instructions

1. Pour water into a pot over medium-high heat and bring to a boil; add Spaghetti Noodles and Cook according to package directions or until Al Dante.
2. Once done, drain, rinse, and transfer to a large bowl.
3. Add cucumber, bell peppers, black olives, halved tomatoes, onion, and zucchini in the pasta, and toss gently to combine.
4. Add sesame seeds, Italian dressing, celery seed, paprika, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder in a separate bowl, whisk until well combined.
5. Pour the dressing mixture over the spaghetti and vegetables mixture and toss to coat evenly.
6. Place in the refrigerator and chill for 2-3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 110Total Fat: 6gCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3g