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Antipasto Pasta Salad Recipe

Antipasto Pasta Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Alvarez
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings 1x
  • Category: No-Cook
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Antipasto Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines a variety of antipasto ingredients with a tangy red wine vinaigrette. It’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a refreshing summer meal.


Ingredients

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For the Red Wine Vinaigrette

  • 1 cup (250 milliliters) olive oil
  • 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) red wine vinegar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons (4 grams) Italian Herb Blend or Italian seasoning
  • 1 clove (4 grams) garlic, peeled and grated
  • 1 teaspoon (10 grams) Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon (5 grams) honey
  • 1 teaspoon (3 grams) granulated onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3 grams) kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Antipasto Pasta Salad

  • 1 pound (454 grams) rotini pasta
  • 1/2 head iceberg lettuce, chopped (about 4 cups)
  • 2 ounces (60 grams) hard salami, diced
  • 2 ounces (60 grams) capocollo, diced
  • 2 ounces (60 grams) Dutch ham, diced
  • 2 ounces (60 grams) pepperoni, diced
  • 2 ounces (60 grams) sopressata, diced
  • 8 ounces (227 grams) Bocconcini (mozzarella balls), drained and rinsed
  • 5 ounces (140 grams) parmesan cheese, diced
  • 5 ounces (105 grams) marinated artichoke hearts, chopped
  • 14 Castelvetrano olives, sliced
  • 14 Kalamata olives, sliced
  • 1/4 large red onion, peeled and thinly sliced (about 3/4 cup)
  • 1 dry pint (283 grams) cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 1/2 cup (105 grams) roasted red peppers, sliced
  • 2 ounces (60 grams) pepperoncini peppers, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Red Wine Vinaigrette While You Boil The Pasta Water

    Fill a 12-quart stockpot 3/4s of the way with water and bring the liquid in the pot up to a boil over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, begin preparing the red wine vinaigrette.

    Add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian herb blend, crushed garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper to a pint-sized glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. Place the lid on the jar tightly and shake the mixture vigorously until it emulsifies and looks creamy, about 1 1/2 minutes. Once the red wine vinaigrette is ready, you can use it immediately.

  2. Cook, Then Drain And Dress The Pasta

    Once the water begins to steam, add 1 tablespoon (10 grams) of kosher salt to the cooking water. Stir the pasta into the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain the pasta in a colander, rinse under cold water, and return it to the pot.

    Add 1 cup of the red wine vinaigrette to the pasta, toss to combine, and let cool in the refrigerator.

  3. Assemble, Then Serve The Antipasto Pasta Salad

    Place a layer of lettuce on a serving platter and top with the dressed pasta. Arrange the meats, cheeses, vegetables, and herbs on top of the pasta.

    Garnish with a pepperoncini pepper or fresh basil. Serve with crusty bread and additional vinaigrette on the side.


Notes

  • Replace the red wine vinegar with balsamic or other vinegars.
  • Swap the rotini for various pasta shapes.
  • Use pre-made vinaigrette if desired.
  • Substitute iceberg lettuce with romaine.
  • Add your favorite vegetables or omit any you don’t like.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 397 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 803mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0.1g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg