Best Ever Italian Pasta Salad Recipes

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THE ONLY BASIC PASTA SALAD RECIPE YOU'LL EVER NEED



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This classic is a must-have at barbecues, potlucks, cookouts, and summer events everywhere.

Categories     American     Barbeque     Italian     comfort food     feed a crowd     lunch     picnic

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

For the Dressing
1/2 c. red wine vinegar
1/4 c. olive oil
2 tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 tsp. sugar
For the Salad
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1 lb. rotini pasta
1 orange bell pepper, sliced
1 pt. grape tomatoes, halved
3/4 c. chopped marinated artichokes
1/3 c. pitted kalamata olives, chopped
4 oz. cured salami, such as Soppressata, chopped
2 tbsp. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more for serving
1 tbsp. chopped fresh oregano
2 tbsp. chopped capers
14 oz. fresh mozzarella, torn

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together vinegar, oil, mustard, and sugar in a bowl. Transfer half of dressing to a large bowl and add onions; toss to coat. Let stand while pasta cooks.
  • Drain pasta and add to onion mixture; toss until liquid is absorbed. Cool to room temperature.
  • Add bell pepper, tomatoes, artichokes, olives, salami, parsley, oregano, capers, and remaining dressing, toss to coat. Fold in mozzarella. Serve sprinkled with additional parsley.

ITALIAN PASTA SALAD RECIPE



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This is one satisfying and flavor-packed cold pasta salad with crunchy veggies, fresh herbs, rustic old-world salami, tangy olives, and mozzarella. A zesty Italian dressing brings it all together.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Salad

Number Of Ingredients 18

¾ lb pasta, ((I recommend fusilli or rotini pasta) )
Kosher salt
1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 bell pepper (any color, cored and chopped)
1 shallot (chopped)
1 cup marinated artichoke hearts (6 ounces)
1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives
6 pepperoncini, (chopped)
6 to 8 ounces salami, (sliced into bite size pieces )
6 ounces mozzarella cheese, (torn (or mozzarella cheese balls))
½ cup packed chopped fresh parsley
½ cup packed chopped fresh basil leaves
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, (minced)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta in boiling water according to package instructions until the pasta is cooked to al dante (don't forget to salt your water). Drain
  • In a large bowl, mix the pasta with the tomatoes, chopped veggies, artichoke hearts, olives, pepperoncini, salami, mozzarella, and fresh herbs.
  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, mix the dressing ingredients together.
  • Pour the dressing over the pasta and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.3 kcal, Carbohydrate 31.1 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Cholesterol 26.9 mg, Sodium 748.4 mg, Fiber 2.7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BEST EVER!!!!! ITALIAN PASTA SALAD



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Guido's Grandma would be proud of this one! I hope you all enjoy this as much as our family does. Bon A Petit!

Provided by Texas Pete

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

12 ounces cooked tri color rotini noodles
1 slice smoked deli ham, cut on no. 10 diced
3 slices deli hard salami, cut on no. 10 diced
italian seasoning, any will do. I use (Red monkey Organic grinder-Zest italian, freshly ground to taste.)
16 ounces newman's own family recipe Italian dressing (1 bottle)
15 -20 grape tomatoes, halved
2 scallions, sliced thin (green onion)
1 red bell pepper, diced
14 ounces marinated artichoke hearts, diced
sliced black olives (2 of the small cans)
1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
red wine vinegar (I use just a splash or two)
extra virgin olive oil, if needed
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt (If needed)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to directions.
  • Rinse in cold water.
  • Combine pasta, artichoke hearts, olives, onions, and the cheeses, dressing, and rest of veggies, ham and salami; toss and mix well.
  • Taste to adjust seasoning, vinegar, or EVOO.
  • Cover and chill pasta salad for at least 2 hours or overnight is best.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.3, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 18.4, Sodium 727.4, Carbohydrate 38.8, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 7.1, Protein 10.9

CLASSIC ITALIAN PASTA SALAD



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Perfect for a buffet or a barbecue. Customize with your favorite vegetables.

Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 8 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces rotelle or spiral pasta, cooked and drained
2-1/2 cups assorted cut-up fresh vegetables (broccoli, carrots, tomatoes, bell peppers, cauliflower, onions and mushrooms)
1/2 cup cubed cheddar or mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup sliced pitted ripe olives (optional)
1 cup Wish-Bone® Italian Dressing

Steps:

  • 1. Combine all ingredients except Wish-Bone® Italian Dressing in large bowl. Add Dressing; toss well. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
  • NOTE: If preparing a day ahead, refrigerate, then stir in 1/4 cup additional Wish-Bone Dressing before serving.
  • For a Creamy Italian Pasta Salad, substitute 1/2 cup Hellmann's® or Best Foods® Real Mayonnaise for 1/2 cup Wish-Bone® Italian Dressing.
  • Also terrific with Wish-Bone® Robusto Italian, Fat Free! Italian, House Italian, Ranch, Light Ranch, Fat Free! Ranch, Creamy Caesar, Red Wine Vinaigrette or Fat Free! Red Wine Vinaigrette Dressings.
  • See nutrition information for sodium content.

CLASSIC ITALIAN PASTA SALAD



Classic Italian Pasta Salad image

Perfect for a buffet or a barbecue. Customize with your favorite vegetables.

Provided by Wish-Bone

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Wish-Bone®

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces rotelle or spiral pasta, cooked and drained
2 ½ cups assorted cut-up vegetables (broccoli, carrots, tomatoes, bell peppers, cauliflower, onions and mushrooms)
½ cup cubed Cheddar or mozzarella cheese
⅓ cup sliced pitted ripe olives
1 cup Wish-Bone® Italian Dressing

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except Wish-Bone® Italian Dressing in large bowl. Add Dressing; toss well. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 9.1 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 598 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

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