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Spaghetti Freddi

Cultural Context

Spaghetti Freddi, a refreshing dish from Italy, is a staple of summer meals, often enjoyed at picnics and gatherings. It showcases the vibrant flavors of fresh ingredients, making it a perfect choice for warm weather. This dish has gained popularity beyond Italy, with variations appearing in various Mediterranean cuisines, reflecting the global love for pasta salads.

ItalianITmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
12 oz spaghetti
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup fresh basil
8 oz mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup black olives
1 medium red onion
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons capers
2 cups arugula
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mozzarella cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: feta cheese

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: cottage cheese

Feta adds flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: avocado oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable.

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free.

cherry tomatoes

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: heirloom tomatoes

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: canned diced tomatoes

Canned tomatoes are budget-friendly.

1

Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and cool under cold water.

2

In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, and red wine vinegar.

3

Add chopped garlic, diced cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and black olives to the bowl.

4

Mix in fresh basil, mozzarella cheese, and capers; season with salt and black pepper.

5

Toss the cooled spaghetti with the dressing and vegetables until well combined.

6

Garnish with arugula and grated parmesan cheese before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchilling

Equipment Needed

large potcolandermixing bowlserving dish

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Cold SpaghettiSpaghetti Salad
Local Name: Spaghetti Freddi

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