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Zesty Italian Pasta Salad

Zesty Italian Pasta Salad: Refreshing Flavor in Every Bite

Zesty Italian Pasta Salad is a vibrant dish with creamy mozzarella, olives, and salami. Perfect for gatherings!
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Best Recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 lb Pasta (bowties, rotini, shells, or penne)
For the Vegetables
  • 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes, halved
  • 1 6 oz can Whole Olives, halved
  • 1 small Shallot, minced
For the Cheese
  • 8 oz Mini Mozzarella Balls
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan
For the Protein
  • 3 oz Salami, cut in thirds or quartered
For the Freshness
  • 3 tbsp Parsley, chopped
For Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Coarse Kosher Sea Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Vinaigrette your favorite!

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • colander
  • large mixing bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water. Add 1 lb of pasta and cook according to package directions for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Shake off excess water and transfer the cooled pasta to a large mixing bowl. Refrigerate to chill.
  3. Prepare the remaining ingredients: halve cherry tomatoes, slice olives, chop parsley, and mince shallot.
  4. Combine chilled pasta with cherry tomatoes, olives, mozzarella, Parmesan, salami, parsley, and shallot in the mixing bowl.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, then add vinaigrette. Toss gently until well combined.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste and chill before serving for optimal flavor melding.

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