Are you looking for a delicious and nutritious salad recipe that is easy to make? Look no further! This California Spaghetti Salad is not only flavorful, but it is also packed with colorful veggies that everyone will love, including the kids!
Ingredients
- 400-500 grams of spaghetti
- 1½ cups of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, cubed
- 2 zucchinis, cubed
- 1 green capsicum, cubed
- 1 red capsicum, cubed
- 1 red onion, diced
- Sliced black olives, drained
Dressing:
- 1 bottle of Italian sauce
- ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of celery seeds
- ½ teaspoon of garlic powder
How to Make
- Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions. Once cooked, drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced vegetables – zucchinis, cherry tomatoes, green and red peppers, red onions, cucumbers, and black olives.
- In another mixing bowl, whisk together the Italian dressing, sesame seeds, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, celery seeds, and garlic powder to make the dressing.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the chopped vegetables and olives. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Cover the container with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
- Serve and enjoy this refreshing and nutritious salad!
This California Spaghetti Salad is not only a feast for the eyes with its colorful veggies but also a mouthwatering delight with its flavorful dressing. It’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a side dish for any occasion. So why wait? Give it a try and treat yourself to this delicious salad today!
BONUS RECIPE: THE BEST CHEESECAKE BARS (SNACK BARS) IN PHILADELPHIA
These easy Philadelphia Cheesecake Bars are made with a buttery graham cracker crust and topped with fresh strawberry topping and a white chocolate drizzle. They’re a dead ringer for the original Philadelphia Snack Bars! They’re also easy to make and eliminate the need for a full cheesecake.
With fresh strawberry sauce and white chocolate, these Philadelphia Cheesecake Bars are the perfect sweet treat!
These Philadelphia Cheesecake Bars taste exactly like the original Philadelphia Snack Bars, but they’re much better. They begin with traditional Philadelphia cream cheese bars, but are elevated to new heights with the addition of sticky strawberry topping and a drizzle of white chocolate on top. Really, really good!
If you like cheesecake, try this White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake or this Blackberry Cheesecake. We have dessert dishes for every taste.
WHY ARE PHILADELPHIA SNACK BARS AMAZING?
The centre is creamy (rather than rubbery or grainy).
Fresh strawberries are used to make a beautiful red, sticky, and tasty topping.
Much simpler than a traditional cheesecake.
There is no need for a water bath.
INGREDIENTS
PHILADELPHIA CHEESECAKE BARS HOW TO MAKE
Prepare the crust: Combine the crumbs and butter thoroughly, then press firmly into an 8 or 9-inch baking pan (affiliate).
Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, and vanilla on medium speed. Then, on low, mix the eggs. Pour over the crust that has been prepared.
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the center is slightly underset, at 350°F. Allow to cool after removing from the oven.
To make the topping, follow these steps: While the bars are baking, heat the strawberry sauce ingredients for around 15 minutes on the burner. Then set aside to cool.
Assemble the cheesecake by cutting it into 8-10 bars. Then drizzle with melted white chocolate chips and top with the strawberry topping.
Prepare the crust, then assemble the filling and bake! Make the strawberry sauce while the bars are baking.
FOR A GROUP
Depending on the size of the pan, one recipe yields 8-10 bars. To serve more people, cut these into smaller bars, or double the recipe and bake in two separate pans. This would make a great summer, Valentine’s Day, 4th of July, or Christmas treat!
QUESTIONS AND REPLIES
Why were Philadelphia cheesecake bars discontinued?
This is a reasonable question to which we may never have an answer… However, the homemade version of Philadelphia snack bars is far superior!
How should I keep my strawberry cheesecake snack bars?
Refrigerate in an airtight jar for 2-3 days.
Can you make and freeze cream cheese bars?
You may make the bars and topping ahead of time and keep them separately in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Within a few hours of serving, add the topping.
The bars can be frozen for up to two months. It’s ideal to freeze them without the topping and then top them with it right before serving, but you can freeze them with it if necessary. Unwrap them on a cookie sheet and freeze until solid, then wrap in plastic and foil or store in an airtight container.
TRICKS AND TIPS
Don’t overcook! This is essential for achieving a creamy, smooth texture.
The edges of the bars may be puffy when you take them out, but they should fall flat as they cool.
Cook the strawberry sauce slowly and for a long time. This is essential for achieving the deep red color and vibrant flavor.
Using a large, sharp knife, cut neat, even slices. To keep the cuts smooth, wipe the blade clean between cuts.
