Spaghetti Salad

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This spaghetti salad has bright and vibrant flavors from colorful veggies and a simple vinaigrette. Make this easy vegetarian salad ahead of time and bring it to your next picnic or potluck.

John Somerall

Updated on September 20, 2023

Reviewed by Dietitian

Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Tested by

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Three plates with the spaghetti salad recipe — Photo:
Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin

Active Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 20 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian Egg-Free

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Ingredients

2 small zucchinis, cut into thin half-moons
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 pint multicolored cherry tomatoes, halved
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more for garnish

Directions

Toss zucchini, onion, tomatoes, oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper together in a large bowl. Set aside.

Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin
Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Using your hands, break spaghetti in half. Add to the boiling water and cook according to package directions. Drain the spaghetti; add to the zucchini mixture, tossing to coat completely. Refrigerate, uncovered, until cold, at least 1 hour and up to 2 days.

Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin
Add feta and parsley to the pasta mixture and gently toss to combine. Divide among 6 plates or bowls. Garnish with additional parsley, if desired.

Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin

To make ahead

Refrigerate cooked pasta in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Prepare through Step 2 and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Add feta and parsley just before serving.

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, September 2022

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

270	Calories
11g	Fat
34g	Carbs
10g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 2 cups
Calories 270
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 34g	12%
Dietary Fiber 6g	21%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 10g	20%
Total Fat 11g	14%
Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Cholesterol 10mg	3%
Vitamin A 872IU	17%
Vitamin C 24mg	27%
Vitamin E 1mg	9%
Folate 55mcg	14%
Vitamin K 48mcg	40%
Sodium 385mg	17%
Calcium 99mg	8%
Iron 2mg	11%
Magnesium 67mg	16%
Potassium 474mg	10%
Zinc 2mg	18%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Spaghetti Salad

Ingredients

Directions

To make ahead

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

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