Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Italy with this easy-to-make Italian Pasta Salad featuring salami and creamy mozzarella. Packed with colorful vegetables and a delicious dressing, this dish is perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or as a hearty lunch. Not only is it a crowd-pleaser, but it can also be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy your gatherings without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 4 oz sliced salami, cut into strips
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with salami, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and bell peppers.
- Gently fold in the mozzarella balls.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until well combined.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg