Description
This Antipasto Pasta Salad is a flavorful blend of olives, salami, and fresh mozzarella that makes for a delightful dish. Perfect for gatherings or quick meals!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
Instructions
- In a large pot of well-salted boiling water, cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water, then transfer to a large bowl, drizzling with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- In a jar, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, dijon mustard, garlic powder, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Seal and shake until well mixed. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as necessary.
- While the pasta is still warm, pour half of the vinaigrette over it and toss to coat. Allow to cool to room temperature.
- Add the tomatoes, mozzarella, artichoke hearts, olives, roasted peppers, salami, pepperoni, pepperoncinis, and red onion to the pasta. Toss to distribute evenly.
- Pour in the remaining vinaigrette and toss again. Adjust seasoning if necessary. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld the flavors. Before serving, give it a toss and add more olive oil if needed.
- Just before serving, top with fresh basil. The salad can be enjoyed cold or at room temperature.
Notes
For extra flavor, let the salad sit overnight in the fridge before serving.
Add more fresh vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers for added crunch.
This pasta salad is perfect for potlucks and barbecues.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg