Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this Italian pasta salad featuring savory salami, briny olives, and fresh vegetables. Tossed in a zesty dressing, this dish is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a light lunch. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s sure to become your go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli or rotini pasta
- 4 oz sliced salami
- 1 cup pitted black olives
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with salami, olives, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat evenly. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup / 200g
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Customize your salad by adding bell peppers or cheese for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; flavors will improve as they meld together.