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Italian grinder pasta salad recipe

Delicious Italian Grinder Pasta Salad Recipe You'll Love

This Italian grinder pasta salad recipe combines flavors from a classic grinder sandwich into a refreshing dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 3 cups Rotini Pasta Holds the dressing well
Meats
  • 1 cup Chopped Salami Adds rich flavor
  • 1 cup Chopped Ham Contributes savory notes
Cheese
  • 1 cup Provolone Cheese Offers creamy taste
Vegetables
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Fresh and juicy
  • 1 cup Red Onion Thinly sliced for best texture
  • 1 cup Banana Peppers Adds gentle heat
  • 2 cups Shredded Iceberg Lettuce Adds crispness
Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Creamy base
  • 3 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Balances richness
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
Optional Extras
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Olives Briny flavor
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Adds nutty kick

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Medium bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat.
  2. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Drain pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop cooking process.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, salami, ham, provolone, tomatoes, red onion, and banana peppers.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  6. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  8. Gently toss the salad again before serving to refresh ingredients.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Cool the pasta completely before mixing. Adjust seasoning to taste.

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