Delicious Make-Ahead Spaghetti Salad Recipe

This make-ahead spaghetti salad is a perfect dish for potlucks, picnics, and parties. It's loaded with crisp vegetables, tangy Italian dressing, and tender spaghetti noodles. The best part is that you can make it in advance, allowing the flavors to meld together for even more deliciousness. This refreshing salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends, and it's incredibly easy to prepare!

Ingredients

• 8 ounces spaghetti
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup Italian dressing
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, black olives, red onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper.
3. Add the cooked and cooled spaghetti to the bowl and toss to combine.
4. Pour the Italian dressing over the salad and toss to coat everything evenly.
5. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil to the salad and toss again.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to develop.
8. Before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust the seasoning if needed.
9. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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