Description
Red White and Blue Spaghetti is a vibrant and playful dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings, holiday barbecues, or any festive occasion. This colorful twist on traditional spaghetti brightens up your table and is sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. With its striking red, white, and blue hues, this dish not only serves as a feast for the eyes but also offers endless possibilities for customization. Whether served warm or chilled, it’s an easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed in various ways—perfect for potlucks or family dinners. Let your creativity shine as you pair it with delicious toppings or side dishes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked spaghetti
- 1 teaspoon Americolor Red-Red Food Coloring
- 1 teaspoon Americolor Navy Blue Food Coloring
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Separate the cooked spaghetti into three portions.
- Rinse two-thirds of the spaghetti in water. Place this portion in two gallon-size zip closure bags.
- Drizzle olive oil over the plain pasta to prevent sticking.
- Add red food coloring to one bag and navy blue food coloring to the other, along with 2 tablespoons of water in each.
- Gently mix each bag until the pasta absorbs the color.
- If desired, rinse excess color before combining pasta just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg