Spaghetti Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 lb Spaghetti noodles
• 1/2 cup Chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup Chopped green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup Chopped black olives
• 1/4 cup Chopped fresh parsley
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/3 cup Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Pepper

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook the spaghetti noodles according to the package directions.
2. While the noodles are cooking, chop the vegetables and parsley.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles, vegetables, olives, feta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
4. Toss to coat.
5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Flavorful and refreshing
• Colorful and visually appealing
• Easy to make and perfect for a summer gathering

User Comments:

• "This salad is so delicious! It's the perfect blend of flavors."
• "I love that this salad is so easy to make. It's a great go-to for a quick and healthy meal."
• "The combination of the spaghetti noodles and the fresh vegetables is really unique."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to rinse the spaghetti noodles thoroughly after cooking to remove any excess starch.
• If you don't have feta cheese, you can substitute with another type of cheese, such as mozzarella or Parmesan.
• This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.