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Quick Italian Pasta Salad (with 1 Secret Ingredient) - Alrightwithme

Quick Italian Pasta Salad (with 1 Secret Ingredient)

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Enjoy a delightful Quick Italian Pasta Salad (with 1 Secret Ingredient) – Alrightwithme that’s easy to make and perfect for any gathering!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb rotini noodles
  • 3.5 oz turkey pepperoni (quartered)
  • 4 oz turkey slices (cut into quarters)
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cup black olives (halved and drained)
  • 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 apple cider 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 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp paprika powder
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

  1. Cook rotini noodles in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Chop vegetables: halve cherry tomatoes, dice bell peppers, finely chop onion, and slice olives.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta with chopped vegetables and quartered turkey pepperoni and slices.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, grated Parmesan cheese, and dried herbs.
  5. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Garnish with mozzarella pearls before serving.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 640mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg