Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of Easy Italian Antipasto Pasta Salad, a delightful dish perfect for any gathering or casual meal. This vibrant salad combines turkey, olives, artichoke hearts, and cherry tomatoes, all tossed in a zesty homemade Italian vinaigrette. Not only is it quick to prepare, but its colorful presentation and versatility make it an instant crowd-pleaser. Whether served as a side dish or a light main course, this pasta salad promises to impress with its deliciously savory taste. Make it ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld together for an even more enjoyable experience.
Ingredients
- 8 oz dry rotini pasta
- 9 oz hard turkey slices, chopped
- 6.5 oz turkey pepperoni, chopped
- 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained & quartered
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup olives, pitted & halved
- ½ cup pepperoncini, sliced
- 8 oz mozzarella pearls
- ¼ cup red onion, sliced thin
- ⅓ cup fresh basil, sliced thin
- ½ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup red apple vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; chill in the refrigerator.
- Prepare your salad ingredients: chop turkey slices and turkey pepperoni; halve cherry tomatoes; slice olives, red onion, and basil; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with turkey slices, turkey pepperoni, artichokes, tomatoes, olives, pepperoncini, mozzarella pearls, red onion, and basil; drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Customize by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins. Allowing the salad to chill enhances its flavors. Serve with fresh basil or additional cheese for extra flavor.