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Zesty Flavorful Grinder Pasta Salad Recipe Easy Homemade for Summer Parties

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A zesty and flavorful pasta salad with salami, pepperoncini, and fresh veggies, perfect for summer parties and quick gatherings. This salad combines the boldness of Italian meats with a tangy vinaigrette for a refreshing and crowd-pleasing dish.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces rotini or fusilli pasta
  • 1 cup salami, diced
  • 1 cup provolone cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 ounces of rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions (8-10 minutes) until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water until cool. Set aside to drain well.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Whisk until smooth and slightly thickened.
  3. Dice 1 cup salami, 1 cup provolone cheese, slice 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers, halve 1 cup cherry tomatoes, slice 1/2 cup black olives, finely chop 1/2 cup red onion, dice 1/2 cup green bell pepper, and roughly chop 1/4 cup fresh parsley.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with all the chopped ingredients. Pour the dressing over the top and toss gently but thoroughly to coat evenly.
  5. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Toss again before plating.

Notes

Cook pasta al dente and rinse under cold water to prevent clumping. Prepare dressing just before tossing salad to keep flavors fresh. If salad seems dry after chilling, add a splash of olive oil or red wine vinegar and toss again. Use good quality salami for best flavor. For gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta. Salad tastes better after resting at least 1 hour in fridge.

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Keywords: pasta salad, grinder pasta salad, salami pasta salad, pepperoncini, summer salad, easy pasta salad, party salad, Italian pasta salad

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