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Italian Grinder Pasta Salad — The Ultimate Summer Side Dish!

Zesty Italian Grinder Pasta Salad: The Ultimate Crowd-Pleaser!


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  • Author: meryam
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

A bold, deli-inspired pasta salad featuring cured meats, sharp cheeses, and a tangy red wine vinaigrette. It’s all the flavors of a classic Italian grinder in a convenient bowl.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Rotini pasta
  • 6 oz Salami, diced
  • 6 oz Pepperoni, diced
  • 8 oz Provolone cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 red onion, finely diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Boil rotini in salted water until just under al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, olive oil, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the prepared dressing and toss well.
  4. Stir in the diced salami, pepperoni, and cubed provolone cheese.
  5. Fold in the diced red onion, red bell pepper, and black olives.
  6. Mix gently one last time and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Italian-American