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Italian Grinder Pasta Salad

Italian Grinder Pasta Salad: Simple, Creamy, & Potluck Ready

This Italian Grinder Pasta Salad is a creamy, tangy delight perfect for potlucks or family gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Rotini or Fusilli Pasta can be swapped for gluten-free pasta
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Iceberg Lettuce chopped
  • 1 medium Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Cherry or Grape Tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup Banana Peppers
For the Meats
  • 4 ounces Salami diced
  • 4 ounces Turkey Pepperoni sliced
  • 4 ounces Deli Turkey diced
For the Cheese
  • 4 ounces Provolone Cheese cubed
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated; omit for dairy-free option
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise substitute half with Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cracked Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • colander
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Chop the iceberg lettuce, slice the red onion, halve the tomatoes, and prepare the banana peppers and meats.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with lettuce, tomatoes, onion, banana peppers, salami, turkey pepperoni, deli turkey, and provolone cheese.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, and banana pepper juice. Stir in parmesan, garlic powder, oregano, Italian seasoning, cracked pepper, and sea salt.
  5. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad mixture and toss gently. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Before serving, toss with the reserved dressing to maintain creaminess and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Stir well before serving.

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