Description
All the irresistible flavors of an Italian grinder sandwich, in pasta salad form! Pepperoni, provolone, pepperoncini peppers, red onion, juicy tomatoes, and tender pasta are all tossed in a creamy Parmesan-garlic dressing for the most incredible-tasting pasta salad.
Ingredients
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- 16 ounces penne pasta
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red wine 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
- 4 ounces shredded iceberg lettuce (about 2–3 cups)
- 4 ounces ham
- 4 ounces pepperoni
- 4 ounces salami
- 4 ounces provolone cheese
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
Instructions
- Cook the pasta per package directions. Once done, drain and rinse with cold water to cool pasta, then drain again.
- To make grinder dressing: Whisk together all dressing ingredients until the mixture is smooth. Set aside.
- To assemble grinder pasta salad: Slice the ham, pepperoni, and salami into 1/4 inch slices. Cut the provolone into thin slices or small cubes.
- In a large bowl, combine the pasta with all salad ingredients.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss everything together until evenly coated.
Notes
- This pasta salad can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
- Feel free to adjust the ingredients according to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Sides
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pasta salad, Italian grinder, cold pasta salad, creamy dressing, party food