This Spaghetti Salad with Balsamic Dressing is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings the essence of an Italian garden to your plate. The broken spaghetti pieces hold the tangy balsamic vinaigrette beautifully, while fresh Italian plum tomatoes and crisp green onions add bursts of flavor and texture. A hint of dried basil and a touch of sugar balance the acidity of the vinegar, creating a harmonious dressing that coats every bite. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light weeknight dinner, this vegan-friendly salad is easy to prepare and even better when chilled to allow the flavors to meld. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple yet elegant way to enjoy a cold pasta dish that feels both comforting and fresh.
Spaghetti Salad With Balsamic Dressing
Description
This Spaghetti Salad with Balsamic Dressing is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings the essence of an Italian garden to your plate. The broken spaghetti pieces hold the tangy balsamic vinaigrette beautifully, while fresh Italian plum tomatoes and crisp green onions add bursts of flavor and texture. A hint of dried basil and a touch of sugar balance the acidity of the vinegar, creating a harmonious dressing that coats every bite. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light weeknight dinner, this vegan-friendly salad is easy to prepare and even better when chilled to allow the flavors to meld. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple yet elegant way to enjoy a cold pasta dish that feels both comforting and fresh.Ingredients
Directions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broken spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente.
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Drain the spaghetti and rinse thoroughly under cold running water to stop the cooking process and cool the pasta completely.
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While the pasta cooks, prepare the vegetables by slicing the green onions and dicing the Italian plum tomatoes into 1/4-inch pieces.
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Dice the mozzarella cheese into small cubes if not already pre-diced.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sugar, dried basil leaves, and salt until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled cooked spaghetti, green onions, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese.
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Pour the prepared balsamic dressing over the pasta and vegetable mixture.
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Toss gently but thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
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Serve immediately, or cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 262.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.2g4%
- Saturated Fat 0.4g2%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 50.0g17%
- Dietary Fiber 3.6g15%
- Sugars 1.0g
- Protein 10.0g20%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
