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Antipasto Pasta Salad

Antipasto Pasta Salad

A vibrant and flavorful Antipasto Pasta Salad that combines hearty ingredients with fresh vegetables, perfect for gatherings and potlucks.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound (16 oz) Rotini or Fusilli (Dried)
  • 6 ounces Genoa Salami (cubed or sliced)
  • 8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella Pearls
  • 1 large Red Bell Pepper (diced)
  • 1 large Green Bell Pepper (diced)
  • 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
  • 2.25 ounces (1 small can) Black Olives (sliced)
  • 6 ounces Marinated Artichoke Hearts (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion (finely diced)
  • 1 cup Zesty Italian Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped)
  • Dried Oregano, Salt, and Pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
  2. Prepare a large bowl filled with ice and water. Once the pasta is done, drain it and plunge it into the ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  3. While the pasta cools, slice the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the bell peppers, and finely dice the red onion.
  4. Chop the marinated artichoke hearts and cut the salami into small cubes if not pre-sliced.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chilled pasta, salami, mozzarella pearls, peppers, tomatoes, onions, olives, and artichokes.
  6. Pour the Italian dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
  7. Sprinkle in the fresh parsley and dried oregano, and toss again.
  8. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and tastes better as it sits. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.