Make sure the pasta is cooked al dente, as instructed on the box, before serving. Rinse with cold water and drain thoroughly.
2. Combine the cooked spaghetti, diced tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion in a large salad dish.
Third, add the Parmesan cheese and chopped olives.
Step 4: Pour the Italian dressing over the salad and toss to mix.
5. Add salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning after stirring one more to ensure that the ingredients are distributed equally.
6. To enable the flavors to combine, let the salad sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
7. The best way to consume is cold or even room temperature.
Advice and Adaptations
To add some more flavor and a creamy texture to your California pasta salad, add some avocado or artichoke hearts. As a protein, add salami or chicken after it's cooked. Combine a little amount of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and half of the Italian dressing to make it lighter. Experiment with various sorts of pasta to see how it works with different shapes and textures.