Italian Grinder Pasta Salad
This Italian Grinder Pasta Salad is a quick and delicious delight, perfect for gatherings or meal prep.
Equipment
- large pot
- Mixing bowl
- cutting board
- knife
Ingredients
- 16 ounces penne pasta
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar Can substitute with white 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 Sliced into 1/4 inch pieces.
- 4 ounces pepperoni Sliced into 1/4 inch pieces.
- 4 ounces salami Sliced into 1/4 inch pieces.
- 4 ounces provolone cheese Cut into thin slices or small cubes.
- 1 pint grape tomatoes Halved.
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 1/2 medium red onion Finely diced.
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions, then drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
- Mix all dressing ingredients in a bowl until smooth and set aside.
- Slice the ham, pepperoni, salami, and provolone into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with all salad ingredients.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
Notes
Cut all ingredients into small, bite-sized pieces for better flavor integration. Combine all ingredients except for the shredded lettuce and dressing in advance, mixing in just before serving. Any medium-sized tubular pasta can be used, and red wine vinegar can be substituted with white wine vinegar if necessary.