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Italian Pasta Salad

Easy Italian Pasta Salad

This Easy Italian Pasta Salad is a deliciously vibrant dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from picnics to family dinners. Bursting with fresh flavors, it combines juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, creamy mozzarella, and spicy salami all tossed together in a zesty homemade Italian dressing. With its refreshing taste and colorful presentation, this salad can be served as a side or main dish, making it an incredibly versatile option. Whip it up in just 25 minutes for a quick weeknight meal or prepare it ahead of time to let the flavors meld beautifully. Ideal for gatherings or meal prep, this Italian Pasta Salad is sure to impress!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 16 oz rotini pasta
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes (sliced)
  • 1 English cucumber (chopped)
  • 4 oz salami (sliced)
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls
  • 3/4 cup kalamata olives (sliced)
  • 3/4 cup pepperoncini
  • Fresh parsley and basil (chopped)
  • Italian salad dressing

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, salami, mozzarella, olives, pepperoncini, and herbs.
  3. Drizzle with Italian dressing and toss to combine.
  4. Serve immediately or marinate in the fridge for enhanced flavor.
  • Author: Juniper
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best taste. Allow the salad to marinate for a few hours or overnight if possible. Customize with additional veggies or proteins based on your preference.