Description
Zesty Italian Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together the best of Italian flavors in every bite. This salad features al dente rotini pasta, savory pepperoni, and salami, complemented by a colorful medley of fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes and bell peppers. Tossed in a homemade zesty Italian dressing, this pasta salad not only stands out as a delicious main or side dish but also shines at gatherings, picnics, or casual family dinners. Easy to prepare ahead of time, it allows for stress-free entertaining while ensuring your guests are impressed with its delightful taste and appealing presentation.
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
- 8 oz. fresh mozzarella pearls
- Homemade Italian dressing
Instructions
- Prepare the homemade Italian dressing and refrigerate.
- Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and transfer to a mixing bowl.
- Add half of the dressing to the warm pasta and toss.
- Combine all remaining ingredients into the bowl with pasta and mix thoroughly.
- Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving, adding any remaining dressing just prior to serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg