Description
Zesty Italian Pasta Salad is a vibrant and delicious dish that brings together a medley of fresh ingredients, making it the perfect addition to any gathering. Bursting with flavors from tangy pepperoncini, savory salami, and creamy mozzarella pearls, this salad is not only visually appealing but also incredibly satisfying. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, packing for a picnic, or looking for a quick meal prep option, this easy-to-make salad can be prepared in advance, allowing you to enjoy more time with your guests. With its colorful ingredients and zesty homemade dressing, this pasta salad will surely impress everyone at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb rotini pasta
- 4 oz sliced salami
- 3.5–4 oz pepperoni
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup black olives
- 1 orange bell pepper
- 1 green bell pepper
- ½ cup red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped pepperoncini
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella pearls
- Homemade Italian dressing
Instructions
- Prepare the homemade Italian dressing and refrigerate.
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and place in a large bowl while warm.
- Add half of the dressing over the warm pasta and toss to combine.
- Mix in remaining ingredients: salami, pepperoni, tomatoes, olives, bell peppers, onion, pepperoncini, and mozzarella.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. Toss with remaining dressing just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg