Name: Spaghetti Pasta Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8 Servings
Cuisine: Italian

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Cook the pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water.

In a large bowl, add tomatoes, broccoli, cucumber, bell peppers, onion and olives.

In a separate bowl, whisk together Italian salad dressing, parmesan cheese, sesame seeds, House Seasoning Blend, paprika and celery seed.

Pour over salad and toss until coated.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.

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Shock Your Pasta 🧊
Cook spaghetti al dente, then immediately ice bath it to stop cooking and prevent mushiness. This keeps each strand perfectly firm for the final salad texture.
Dress While Warm 🌡️
Toss the still-warm pasta with Italian dressing right after cooling so it absorbs the flavors deeply, then add vegetables and other ingredients afterward to prevent wilting.
Toast Your Seeds 🔥
Lightly toast sesame seeds in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes before adding to release their nutty oils and amplify their flavor throughout the salad.
Prep Vegetables Last ✂️
Cut all vegetables immediately before assembly to maximize freshness and prevent excess moisture from wilting the delicate greens and softening the crisp textures.
Make-Ahead Magic ⏰
Assemble the salad up to 4 hours ahead but add tomatoes and broccoli in the last 30 minutes to maintain their structural integrity and prevent a soggy final dish.