Description

Grinder Pasta Salad is a delicious blend of meats and veggies, tossed with a creamy dressing. Fast to prepare, it’s an ideal choice for a quick lunch or a summer gathering, packed with flavor and freshness.

Ingredients

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12 oz short pasta (rotini, fusilli, etc.)
4–5 oz shredded iceberg lettuce
½ red onion (very thin sliced)
1 ½ cups grape tomatoes (quartered)
1 cup banana peppers (chopped)
4 oz salami (chopped)
4 oz turkey pepperoni (chopped)
3–4 oz oven roasted deli turkey (chopped)
8 slices provolone cheese (chopped)
1 cup mayonnaise
3–4 Tbsp red wine vinegar
1–2 Tbsp banana pepper juice
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp oregano
1½ tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp cracked pepper
½ tsp sea salt (more or less to taste)

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Instructions

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with very cold water to prevent it from becoming mushy.
Chop the vegetables, meats, and provolone while the pasta cooks. Once the pasta is ready, combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Adjust the seasoning or thickness to your preference.
Pour three-quarters of the dressing over the pasta salad and mix thoroughly. Chill until serving time. Just before serving, toss the salad with the remaining dressing. Enjoy!

Notes

Let the pasta cool thoroughly to maintain texture when adding other ingredients.
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or additional meats.
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 810mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 35mg