Description
This Italian Pasta Salad with Salami and Mozzarella is a colorful, refreshing dish that combines hearty pasta with savory salami and creamy mozzarella. Ideal for summer gatherings, potlucks, or quick weeknight dinners, this salad is easy to prepare in just 30 minutes. With its vibrant ingredients and zesty dressing, it’s customizable to suit your taste preferences, making it a delightful option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 6 oz salami, diced
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls or cubed mozzarella
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (any color), diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp vinegar (red wine or balsamic)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with salami, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture; toss gently until evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container; refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Toss again before serving; enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 30mg