Description

This Antipasto Pasta Salad is bursting with flavor from fresh ingredients like mozzarella, olives, and salami. Its simple prep makes it ideal for gatherings or a quick meal, and it’s sure to impress guests and family alike!

Ingredients

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12 ounces short pasta rotini, fusilli, or farfalle
1 cup halved grape or cherry tomatoes
8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls ciliegine
12 ounces jar marinated artichoke hearts drained and chopped
½ cup mixed olives black, green, kalamata – halved
½ cup roasted red peppers chopped
4 ounces salami diced or sliced into half-moons
4 ounces pepperoni quartered
½ cup sliced pepperoncinis
⅓ cup red onion thinly sliced
⅓ cup fresh basil torn or chiffonade
¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1½ teaspoons dijon mustard
¾ teaspoons garlic powder
¾ teaspoons dried oregano
1 pinch red pepper flakes
¾ teaspoons kosher salt plus more for pasta water
¼ teaspoons black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Cook the pasta in well-salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking, transferring to a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes in a jar. Seal and shake to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Pour half the vinaigrette over the slightly warm pasta and toss to coat, allowing the pasta to absorb the dressing. Let it cool to room temperature.
Add halved tomatoes, mozzarella balls, marinated artichoke hearts, halved olives, roasted red peppers, salami, pepperoni, pepperoncinis, and red onion to the pasta. Toss everything together evenly.
Add the remaining vinaigrette and toss again, tasting and adjusting seasoning as necessary. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
Just before serving, top with fresh basil and serve cold or at room temperature.

Notes

Ensure pasta is warm when adding vinaigrette to enhance flavor absorption.
Adjust seasonings according to taste before serving for the best results.
Keep refrigerated until ready to serve to maintain freshness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 460
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 1210mg
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 24g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 38mg