Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Italian Pasta Salad, a delightful dish perfect for any gathering. Bursting with fresh ingredients like marinated artichokes, olives, and savory meats, this pasta salad is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to serve as a main course or a side dish. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser that tastes even better after chilling in the fridge. Ideal for potlucks, picnics, or family dinners, this salad will impress your guests with its colorful presentation and zesty taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pasta
- 1 cup marinated artichokes
- 1 cup black olives
- 1 cup stuffed green olives
- 1 cup ham
- 1 cup salami
- 1 cup onion (thinly sliced)
- 3/4 cup olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Rice wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pepperocini
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a jar, mix olive oil, lemon juice, rice wine vinegar, garlic, and seasonings; shake until well combined.
- Chop artichokes, olives, ham, and salami.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with all chopped ingredients and half of the dressing; toss well.
- Add parsley and Parmesan cheese; drizzle remaining dressing to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg