CALIFORNIA PASTA SALAD

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As far as cold pasta salad recipes go, this is one of the best. Not only does it travel well to get-togethers such as picnics or tailgate parties, but people absolutely love it when it gets there. -Jeanette Krembas, Laguna Niguel, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound thin spaghetti, broken into 1-inch pieces
3 large tomatoes, diced
2 medium zucchini, diced
1 large cucumber, diced
1 medium green pepper, diced
1 sweet red pepper, diced
1 large red onion, diced
2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
DRESSING:
1 bottle (16 ounces) Italian salad dressing
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; Drain and rinse in cold water. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the vegetables and olives. , In a large bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over spaghetti mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 567mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Olamide Olamioluwa
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta and vegetables.


Masibulele Gxabuza
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This pasta salad is so delicious and refreshing. It's the perfect summer dish.


Jurchris Angel
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This pasta salad is perfect for a potluck or a party. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


SKABAKI
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This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Qaiser Siddique
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I love the crunch of the vegetables in this pasta salad. It adds a nice texture to the dish.


MD FARDAUS
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This pasta salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Casey Robertson
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This pasta salad is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and everyone loves it.


Forex Trade
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I love the creamy dressing on this pasta salad. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Prosper
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta. It's also very versatile, so you can add different vegetables and cheeses to it.


Raihan Gazi
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I made this pasta salad for a picnic, and it was perfect! It's light and refreshing, and it held up well in the heat.


Moshfiqur Rahman
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This pasta salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the creamy dressing and the crunch of the vegetables.


Kadija Morenike
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I've made this pasta salad several times, and it's always a hit! It's a great way to use up leftover pasta, and it's also very versatile. I've added different vegetables and cheeses to it, and it's always delicious.


Zingisa Williams
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This pasta salad is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's a great dish to serve at a party or potluck.


King Snaper
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I made this pasta salad for my family last night, and it was a huge success! My kids loved it, and my husband even went back for seconds. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta, and it's also very healthy.


Holli Williams
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This pasta salad was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved it, and I received several requests for the recipe. It's a great dish to make ahead of time, and it's also very affordable.


Alex Hengen
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This pasta salad is the perfect summer dish! It's light, refreshing, and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors, and the crunch of the vegetables adds a nice texture. I will definitely be making this again!


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