Description
This festive Pasta Salad combines the crunch of fresh vegetables with the savory richness of cured meats and creamy mozzarella, all tossed in a tangy vinaigrette, making it the perfect centerpiece for any Halloween gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz tricolor rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup black olives (pitted and sliced)
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 1 medium cucumber (seeded and chopped into 1/2-inch chunks)
- 4 oz salami slices (cut into strips or small cubes)
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 clove garlic (minced finely)
- Salt (to taste)
- freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Fresh basil leaves (optional, torn)
Instructions
- Boil and shock the pasta in cold water until cool and dry.
- Prepare the vegetable and meat components by chopping and drying.
- Whisk the vinaigrette dressing with oil, vinegar, garlic, and herbs.
- Combine all ingredients thoroughly in a large bowl.
- Chill for at least 1 hour and serve cold.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: salad
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
Keywords: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Do not freeze. Best served cold.