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High-angle view of a white bowl filled with Zesty Italian Pasta Salad, showing oily herbs and fresh vegetables. (Zesty Italian Pasta Salad)

Zesty Italian Pasta Salad with Herb-Infused Vinaigrette and Salami

This Zesty Italian Pasta Salad features rotini pasta tossed in an oily, herb-flecked vinaigrette with folded salami, bocconcini mozzarella, and fresh parsley. A perfect, deli-style cold dish for potlucks and easy meal prep.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Zesty Italian Pasta Salad Ingredients
  • 16 oz Rotini Pasta 454g, cooked al dente
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes 150g, halved lengthwise
  • 8 oz Bocconcini Mozzarella 225g, small balls
  • 4 oz Salami 115g, thinly sliced and folded
  • 0.5 cup Black Olives 65g, thick slices
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley 15g, finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese 25g, shredded
  • 0.5 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil 120ml
  • 0.25 cup Red Wine Vinegar 60ml
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano 5g
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder 5g

Equipment

  • 1 Large stockpot For boiling pasta
  • 1 Mixing Bowl Large ceramic or glass bowl
  • 1 Whisk To emulsify the vinaigrette

Instructions
 

Preparation
  1. Boil the rotini in salted water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water until fully cooled.
  2. Whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, and garlic powder in a small bowl until emulsified and herb-flecked.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, halved tomatoes, sliced olives, bocconcini, and folded salami.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently. Sprinkle with shredded parmesan and finely chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Rinse the pasta thoroughly to prevent it from becoming sticky.
Fold the salami into quarters for better presentation and texture.
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