Spaghettini Salad Recipe Video

This salad is loaded with zucchini, cucumbers, spinach and tomatoes. It is then tossed in a sweet vinaigrette dressing. The final result is a delicious salad that can be served as a side or eaten as is. It is great for lunchboxes as well.

Summary

Preparation Time30 MinCooking Time10 Min
Ready In40 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyServings4
CuisineCourse
TasteMethod
DishVegetarian
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Canola oil1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
 White vinegar1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
 Lime juice2 Tablespoon
 Sugar2 Tablespoon
 Salt1 Teaspoon
 Black pepper1 Teaspoon, freshly ground
 Spaghettini1⁄2 Pound, cooked, drained, shocked
 Zucchini1 Cup (16 tbs), unpeeled, diced (raw)
 Cherry tomatoes1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Cucumber1 Cup (16 tbs), peeled, seeded, diced
 Spinach leaves/Torn baby spinach leaves3⁄4 Cup (12 tbs), julienned
 Red onion1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs), finely sliced

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 506 Calories from Fat 261

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 29 g45.3%

Saturated Fat 2.1 g10.6%

Trans Fat 0.1 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 495.5 mg20.6%

Total Carbohydrates 55 g18.3%

Dietary Fiber 3.4 g13.5%

Sugars 12 g

Protein 7 g14.4%

Vitamin A 13.6% Vitamin C 19.8%

Calcium 2.6% Iron 4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

GETTING READY
1. Prepare all the ingredients according to the list.
2. FOR THE DRESSING: In a bowl put the oil, vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, salt and black pepper. Whisk until emulsified. Set aside.

MAKING
3. In a large bowl put the spaghettini, zucchini, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, spinach and red onion.
4. Add the dressing. Toss until evenly coated.

SERVING
5. In a serving plate, serve it with meat of choice or enjoy it as it is.

TIPS
This can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. If necessary – if salad dries up – make a little bit of the dressing and add to the salad.
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