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Italian Grinder Pasta Salad

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A vibrant and satisfying Italian Grinder Pasta Salad, packed with fresh veggies, savory meats, and gooey cheese, perfect for any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz Pasta (Rotini or Penne)
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup Cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Black Olives, sliced
  • 1/2 cup Salami, diced
  • 1/2 cup Provolone Cheese, diced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Once boiling, add in your choice of pasta (rotini or penne). Cook according to package instructions until al dente — about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Prep the Veggies: While your pasta is cooking, wash and chop your veggies. Halve those cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, finely chop the red onion, and slice the black olives. Keep everything in separate bowls.
  3. Toss in the Meats & Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, add in the diced salami and provolone cheese.
  4. Combine the Pasta and Veggies: Once the pasta is cooked and drained, let it sit for a few minutes to cool. Then, toss it into the large mixing bowl with the salami and cheese.
  5. Prepare the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and Italian seasoning. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  6. Dress Your Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the pasta salad and gently mix everything together.
  7. Finish with Fresh Parsley: Fold in the chopped parsley. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

This pasta salad is excellent for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for 3-5 days.

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Keywords: pasta salad, Italian, summer meal, BBQ, quick recipe

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