Name: Rustic Spaghetti Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti; 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more to taste; 2 (2 ounce) cans anchovy fillets, finely chopped; 0.25 teaspoon minced garlic, or more to taste; 1 dash balsamic vinegar; 1 dash fresh lemon juice; 1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste; 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Spaghetti Pasta Salad

Rustic Spaghetti Salad

Jul 16, 2025
by Abigale Dickens
- 5.0 / 5 ( 1 Ratings)
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PREP TIME

10 mins
COOK TIME

20 mins
TOTAL TIME

1 hrs
SERVING

6 People
VIEWS

5

Embrace simplicity with this vibrant spaghetti salad, a celebration of rustic flavors. Anchovies, garlic, and a touch of balsamic create a symphony of taste that's both refreshing and satisfying. Perfect served chilled with crusty bread, this dish is a delightful ode to Italian country cooking.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti

6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more to taste

2 (2 ounce) cans anchovy fillets, finely chopped

0.25 teaspoon minced garlic, or more to taste

1 dash balsamic vinegar

1 dash fresh lemon juice

1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste

1 pinch freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

56 g
Cholesterol

13 mg
Fiber

3 g
Protein

14 g
Saturated Fat

2 g
Sodium

556 mg
Sugar

2 g
Fat

16 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

12 mins

Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil. Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente, approximately 10-12 minutes. Drain immediately and transfer to a large bowl. (12 minutes)

02

Step

5 mins

While the spaghetti is still warm, drizzle with olive oil, ensuring every strand is lightly coated. (2 minutes)

03

Step

5 mins

Add the chopped anchovy fillets, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Gently toss all ingredients together until well combined. (5 minutes)

04

Step

30 mins

Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and deepen. (120 minutes)

For a vegetarian option, omit the anchovies and add a tablespoon of capers for a similar salty, briny flavor.
Feel free to experiment with other vegetables! Sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, or roasted bell peppers would be excellent additions.
Taste and adjust seasonings before refrigerating. The flavors will intensify as the salad chills.

Abigale Dickens

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