Chilled Spaghetti Salad Recipe
Overview:
This Chilled Spaghetti Salad recipe is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or any gathering where you need to feed a crowd. With its vibrant colors and refreshing flavors, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make, taking just 40 minutes from start to finish. 🍝🥗
- Name: Chilled Spaghetti Salad
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 10
- Calories: 255 per serving
- Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Ingredients:
- 1 bunch of scallions
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup of diced celery
- 2 cups of cooked vermicelli (broken into thirds)
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
- 4 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
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Cook Vermicelli: Start by cooking the vermicelli according to the package instructions. Don’t forget to break it into thirds before cooking to make it easier to eat in the salad.
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Drain Vermicelli: Once the vermicelli is cooked, drain it well and let it cool slightly.
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Prepare Vegetables: While the vermicelli is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Thinly slice the scallions, halve the cherry tomatoes, and dice the celery.
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Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked vermicelli, sliced scallions, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced celery.
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Dress Salad: Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Toss Well: Gently toss all the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
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Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the salad overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Serve: When you’re ready to serve, give the salad a final toss and transfer it to a serving dish. Enjoy your refreshing Chilled Spaghetti Salad with friends and family!
Tips:
- Feel free to customize this salad with your favorite vegetables or add-ins, such as bell peppers, olives, or grilled chicken.
- Make sure to refrigerate the salad for at least a few hours or overnight to allow the flavors to develop fully.
- This salad can be made ahead of time, making it perfect for meal prep or busy weeknights.
- Double or triple the recipe for larger gatherings, as it always disappears quickly!
Whether you’re bringing this Chilled Spaghetti Salad to a potluck or enjoying it at home, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. So go ahead, whip up a batch, and savor every delicious bite! 🍽️