Description
Grinder Pasta Salad is a delicious and vibrant twist on the classic Italian grinder sandwich, transformed into an irresistible pasta dish. Bursting with savory meats, creamy cheeses, and fresh vegetables, this salad is perfect for any gathering or as a quick meal prep option. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether served chilled at a summer picnic or as a hearty lunch, this adaptable dish is sure to impress with its delightful textures and tangy dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces rotini pasta
- ¼ pound oven roasted turkey (chopped)
- ¼ pound pepperoni (chopped)
- ¼ pound salami (chopped)
- 5 slices provolone cheese (chopped)
- ½ head iceberg lettuce (shredded)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (quartered)
- ½ cup pepperoncinis (sliced)
- ½ cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 1 tablespoon pepperoncini juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 clove garlic (grated)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red apple vinegar, pepperoncini juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate.
- Boil rotini pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- Chop the meats and veggies as specified.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with meats, cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes, pepperoncinis, and onion.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg