California Spaghetti Salad

Preparation

1. Cook the Spaghetti: Boil a pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. Prepare the Vegetables: While the spaghetti is cooking, chop the bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Slice the black olives and grate the Parmesan cheese.
3. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the Italian dressing with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

Making the Dressing

The dressing is the secret sauce that ties all the flavors together in this California Spaghetti Salad. Here’s how to make it:

• In a small bowl, combine the Italian dressing with a pinch of salt and pepper.
• Whisk until well blended, ensuring the flavors meld together for a deliciously tangy dressing.

Assembling the Salad

Now comes the fun part—putting everything together! Follow these steps:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti, diced bell peppers, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and black olives.
2. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
3. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.