Description
A vibrant, zesty pasta salad inspired by the classic Italian grinder sandwich, featuring cured meats, crisp veggies, and a tangy homemade dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Rotini pasta
- 1/2 cup Red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 oz Salami, diced
- 6 oz Pepperoni, diced
- 8 oz Provolone cheese, cubed
- 1/2 Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 Red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook rotini in salted water until slightly under al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
- Whisk together red wine vinegar, olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dice salami, pepperoni, and provolone into uniform pieces.
- Combine cooled pasta, diced meats, cheese, red onion, and bell pepper in a large bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian-American