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Close-up of Irresistible Italian Grinder Pasta Salad featuring rotini pasta, salami, cherry tomatoes, and black olives.

Italian Grinder Pasta Salad


  • Author: recipebychefs.com
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A cold pasta salad featuring classic Italian deli meat and cheese flavors, suitable for gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound rotini pasta
  • 1 cup Italian dressing (oil and vinegar based)
  • 8 ounces provolone cheese, cubed
  • 8 ounces salami, chopped
  • 8 ounces pepperoni, chopped
  • 1 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse with cold water to stop cooking. Place the cooled pasta in a large bowl.
  2. Add the cubed provolone cheese, salami, pepperoni, black olives, cherry tomatoes, and red onion to the bowl with the pasta.
  3. Pour the Italian dressing over the pasta and mix well to coat all ingredients evenly.
  4. Stir in the fresh parsley.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

  • You can substitute any of the meats or cheeses with your preferred Italian deli items.
  • For a sharper flavor, use a good quality, robust Italian dressing.
  • This salad tastes better after chilling for several hours.
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 10 min
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 4
  • Sodium: 950
  • Fat: 30
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 28
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 18
  • Cholesterol: 55

Keywords: Italian pasta salad, grinder salad, deli pasta salad, party salad, cold pasta salad