Simple but so flavorful with fresh crunchy veggies, savory salami, creamy mozzarella and a zesty dressing, this pasta salad is a perfect addition to any party.
Serves 6-8
Author: YummyNoises.com
Ingredients
1-12ozbox tri-color rotini
1/2of a green bell pepper(about 2/3 cup), diced
1/2pintgrape tomatoes(about 3/4 cup), quartered
1/4of a large red onion(about 1/3 cup), diced
2oz.deli salami(about 10 slices), diced
8oz.Italian dressing, divided (we used Newman's Own Zesty Italian)
1/4tspgarlic salt
1/4tspItalian seasoning
2ozmozzarella cheese, diced
1tspred wine vinegar
Instructions
Cook the pasta according to package directions in a large pot of salted water. Drain well.
While the pasta is still hot, add half (4 oz) of the Italian dressing and stir well to combine and slightly cool. Add the green pepper, tomatoes, red onion, salami, garlic salt and Italian seasoning and stir.
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours but preferably overnight so the dressing can soak in and the flavors can really meld.
Just before serving, add the cheese, the remaining dressing, and the red wine vinegar. Stir well and serve immediately!
Notes
Per serving (1/8 of recipe): 262 calories, 9g total fat, 3g saturated fat, 530mg sodium, 37g total carbs, 2g fiber, 5g sugar, 9g protein