Description
Quick Italian Pasta Salad (with 1 Secret Ingredient) is a vibrant and flavorful dish that perfectly balances fresh vegetables and savory turkey products. This salad is ideal for parties, potlucks, or as a make-ahead meal. With its delightful homemade dressing and one secret ingredient that elevates the taste, it’s guaranteed to impress your guests. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this colorful and healthy dish that’s versatile enough to serve as a side or a main course. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, this pasta salad is perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb rotini noodles
- 4 oz turkey pepperoni (quartered)
- 4 oz turkey slices (cut into quarters)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup black olives (halved)
- 1 orange bell pepper (diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 1/2 cup finely diced red onion
- 8 oz mozzarella pearls
- 3/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red apple vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Cook rotini noodles in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Chop vegetables and cut the turkey into quarters.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, herbs, and spices until smooth.
- Combine cooled noodles with vegetables and turkey in a large bowl. Pour dressing over the mixture and toss well.
- Top with mozzarella pearls and serve immediately or chill for at least an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg