Quick Italian Pasta Salad (with 1 Secret Ingredient)
Discover the vibrant flavors of Quick Italian Pasta Salad with 1 Secret Ingredient, a delightful dish perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make pasta salad combines fresh vegetables, savory meats, and an irresistible homemade dressing that elevates every bite. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this colorful salad, making it ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a quick weeknight dinner. The secret ingredient adds a unique twist that will leave your guests guessing! Enjoy it as a main dish or serve it alongside grilled chicken for a filling meal. Get ready to impress with this flavorful yet simple recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb rotini noodles
- 3.5 oz pepperoni (quartered)
- 4 oz salami (cut into quarters)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup black olives (halved)
- 1 orange bell pepper (diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 8 oz mozzarella pearls
- 3/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp parsley
- 1 tsp basil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Cook rotini noodles in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, grated Parmesan, and seasonings.
- Combine cooked noodles, meats, vegetables in a large bowl; pour dressing over and toss to combine.
- Top with mozzarella pearls and additional Parmesan before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 30mg