Pronto Salami and Pasta Salad
Looking for a vibrant and flavorful dish that's quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion? This Pronto Salami and Pasta Salad is a delightful medley of tender rotini pasta, smoky salami, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and briny black olives, all tossed in a zesty homemade dressing infused with garlic and dried oregano. Topped with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, this crowd-pleasing recipe combines fresh produce and bold flavors in every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights, potluck gatherings, or summer picnics. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a versatile dish that’s bursting with Italian-inspired charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 g rotini pasta
- 150 g salami
- 200 g cherry tomatoes
- 1 piece cucumber
- 1 piece red bell pepper
- 100 g black olives
- 0.5 piece red onion
- 50 g parmesan cheese, grated
- 60 ml olive oil
- 30 ml red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions, typically 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber and red bell pepper, and thinly slice the red onion. Set them aside in a large mixing bowl.
Cut the salami into small cubes or thin strips. Add the salami and black olives to the mixing bowl with the vegetables.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Add the cooled pasta to the mixing bowl with the vegetables, salami, and olives. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss until well combined.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta salad and gently mix to distribute it evenly.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the pasta salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2521 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.0 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.5 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 212 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 5547 mg | 241% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 232.6 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 90.3 g | 181% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 882 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 20.1 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 2470 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
