Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Italian cuisine with this Italian Grinder Pasta Salad. This refreshing dish combines turkey turkey pepperoni, provolone cheese, and an array of colorful vegetables tossed in a creamy dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick weeknight meal, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. With its delightful blend of savory ingredients and creamy goodness, it offers a satisfying experience that’s both nutritious and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces penne pasta
- 4 ounces shredded iceberg lettuce
- 4 ounces turkey turkey pepperoni
- 4 ounces turkey slices
- 4 ounces provolone cheese
- 1 pint grape tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 1/2 red onion (finely diced)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red apple vinegar, minced garlic, sugar, oregano, salt, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with lettuce, turkey pepperoni, turkey slices, provolone cheese, grape tomatoes, pepperoncini peppers, and diced red onion. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg