Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Italian cuisine with this easy-to-make Grinder Pasta Salad. Combining tender rotini pasta with savory turkey, a medley of fresh vegetables, and a creamy dressing, this dish is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a quick weeknight side. Each bite bursts with flavor thanks to the crunchy veggies and zesty toppings. Its make-ahead nature enhances the taste further, making it an ideal choice for meal prep. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this crowd-pleaser that’s simple yet satisfying!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces rotini pasta
- ¼ pound oven roasted turkey (chopped)
- ¼ pound turkey pepperoni (chopped)
- 5 slices provolone cheese (chopped)
- ½ head iceberg lettuce (shredded)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (quartered)
- 1 cup mayonnaise (homemade or store-bought)
- 3 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 1 tablespoon pepperoncini juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 clove garlic (grated)
- ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste preferences)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste preferences)
Instructions
- Whisk together mayonnaise, red apple vinegar, pepperoncini juice, oregano, grated garlic, salt, and pepper in a measuring cup. Refrigerate.
- Cook rotini pasta in boiling water until al dente (about 9 minutes). Drain and cool under cold water.
- Chop turkey, cheese, and vegetables as specified.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with turkey, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and dressing. Toss well to coat.
- Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg