Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Italian cuisine with this delightful Italian Grinder Pasta Salad. Perfect for any occasion, this dish combines hearty penne pasta with a medley of fresh vegetables, turkey pepperoni, and creamy provolone cheese, all tossed in a rich Parmesan-garlic dressing. Whether you’re planning a picnic, hosting a barbecue, or simply craving a quick weeknight meal, this pasta salad offers a satisfying blend of textures and tastes that will impress your family and friends. Plus, it’s easy to customize with your favorite ingredients!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces penne pasta
- 4 ounces shredded iceberg lettuce
- 4 ounces 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 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
- Cook the penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple vinegar, garlic, sugar, oregano, salt, black pepper, and parmesan until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with lettuce, turkey pepperoni, turkey slices, provolone cheese, tomatoes, pepperoncini peppers, and onion.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until well coated.
- Chill for at least 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg