Spaghetti salad for lunchbox

A fresh and light lunch! Spaghetti seasoned with Italian dressing, topped with crunchy vegetables and served with pepperoni for a complete meal to enjoy cold.

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15 min
4
8 min

  • Ingredients

    • 250g spaghetti
    • 1 cucumber, diced
    • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
    • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
    • 16 slices pepperoni
    • ½ cup store-bought Italian dressing
    • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Preparation

    1. Cook spaghetti al dente according to package directions.
    2. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
    3. In a large bowl, pour the Italian dressing.
    4. Add the cooled pasta and mix well.
    5. Stir in the cucumber, tomatoes, and parsley.
    6. Divide the pasta salad among the main compartments of the containers.
    7. Arrange the pepperoni slices in the secondary compartment.

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Notes and tips

This salad will keep for 2-3 days in the refrigerator.
For more flavor, add feta or Parmesan cheese.
Vegetables can vary according to taste and season.
Make a double portion for dinner and save the leftovers for lunches.
For a higher protein version, add grilled chicken cubes.