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Antipasto Pasta Salad

Antipasto Pasta Salad

Cost $20, save $15

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  • 15 Min
  • 12 Servings
  • $20

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta

    • 1 pound seashell pasta

  • Cheese / Dairy

    • ½ pound Asiago cheese, diced
    • 🧀 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

  • Meat

    • ¼ pound Genoa salami, chopped
    • ¼ pound pepperoni sausage, chopped

  • Vegetables

    • 🍅 3 medium tomatoes, chopped
    • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
    • 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped

  • Condiments

    • 1 (6 ounce) can black olives, drained and chopped
    • 1 (.7 ounce) package dry Italian-style salad dressing mix

  • Liquids

    • ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
    • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar

  • Herbs & Spices

    • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
    • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
    • 🧂 salt and ground black pepper to taste

STEPS

1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add shell pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 9 minutes. Drain, run under cold water to cool pasta, and drain again.

2

Transfer drained pasta to a large bowl. Add Asiago, salami, pepperoni, tomatoes, bell peppers, and olives. Sprinkle dry dressing mix over top and stir until ingredients are thoroughly mixed. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

3

Whisk oil, vinegar, oregano, parsley, Parmesan, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Cover and set aside until ready to serve.

4

Pour dressing over chilled salad and mix until well combined.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

451

Calories

  • 15
    Protein
  • 33
    Carbs
  • 29
    Fats

💡 Prepare the pasta ahead of time and refrigerate overnight for better absorption of flavors.Add fresh basil leaves for extra aroma and flavor.Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results.