Quick Italian Pasta Salad (with 1 Secret Ingredient)
Discover the vibrant flavors of this Quick Italian Pasta Salad (with 1 Secret Ingredient) – Alrightwithme, perfect for any occasion. Bursting with fresh vegetables and savory turkey turkey turkey pepperoni, this salad is both colorful and nutritious. The homemade dressing made with olive oil and tangy red apple vinegar ties it all together, creating a delightful blend that will impress your guests. This dish is not only easy to prepare in just 15 minutes but also makes for an excellent meal prep option, keeping well in the fridge for days. Whether you’re hosting a picnic or looking for a quick side dish for dinner, this pasta salad is sure to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb rotini noodles
- 3.5 oz turkey pepperoni (quartered)
- 4 oz turkey slices (cut into quarters)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 8 oz mozzarella pearls
- Dressing: olive oil
- red apple vinegar
- lemon juice
- grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup finely freshly grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika powder
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- Cook rotini noodles in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, lemon juice, grated Parmesan cheese, and spices.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked noodles, turkey pepperoni, turkey slices, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and dressing.
- Toss until well mixed; serve immediately or refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg