Italian Grinder Pasta Salad
This colorful and flavorful Italian Grinder Pasta Salad is perfect for gatherings, picnics, or a quick meal at home. Easy to make and customizable to suit your taste!
Ingredients
Pasta and Base Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta (e.g., rotini or penne)
- 4 ounces salami, diced
- 4 ounces pepperoni, sliced
- 1 cup provolone cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup banana peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, salami, pepperoni, provolone cheese, banana peppers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and olives.
- Drizzle with Italian dressing and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
Serve this pasta salad chilled or at room temperature. It makes a great side dish or a filling main dish. For best flavor, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.