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Grinder Pasta Salad

Grinder Pasta Salad: A Savory Summer Delight You’ll Love

Grinder Pasta Salad is a vibrant and zesty dish perfect for summer gatherings, combining savory meats, fresh veggies, and a creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Rotini Pasta can substitute with fusilli or penne
For the Meats
  • 1 cup Oven Roasted Turkey can substitute with cooked chicken or ham
  • 4 ounces Pepperoni can substitute with salami or chorizo
  • 4 ounces Salami can substitute with any cured meat
For the Cheeses
  • 4 ounces Provolone Cheese can substitute with mozzarella or cheddar
  • 4 ounces Parmesan Cheese can substitute with Romano or nutritional yeast for vegan diets
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Iceberg Lettuce can substitute with romaine or spinach
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes cut in halves or use diced tomatoes
  • ½ cup Pepperoncinis can substitute with banana peppers for milder heat
  • ¼ cup Red Onion can substitute with green onions or shallots
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise can substitute with Greek yogurt or vegan mayo
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Pepperoncini Juice can be omitted if not available
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano can substitute with fresh oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1 clove Garlic can substitute with garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Medium-sized bowl
  • Large pot
  • colander
  • large mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, pepperoncini juice, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add rotini pasta. Cook according to package instructions for 9-10 minutes until al dente.
  3. While pasta is cooling, chop the meats, cheeses, and vegetables into uniform sizes.
  4. Combine the cooled rotini pasta with chopped meats, cheeses, and vegetables in a large mixing bowl and gently toss everything together.
  5. Pour the prepared dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chill for at least 2 hours to enhance flavors. Dress just before serving for fresh crunch.

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