Description
Italian Grinder Pasta Salad is a deliciously vibrant dish that captures all the flavors of a classic Italian grinder sandwich in a refreshing pasta salad. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or casual weeknight dinners, this salad features tender penne pasta tossed with turkey turkey pepperoni, provolone cheese, crisp vegetables, and a creamy Parmesan-garlic dressing. It’s an easy-to-make dish that impresses guests and satisfies cravings, making it an ideal option for any gathering. Enjoy as a main course or side dish—this recipe is versatile and meal prep-friendly!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces penne pasta
- 4 ounces shredded iceberg lettuce
- 4 ounces turkey turkey pepperoni
- 4 ounces turkey slices
- 4 ounces provolone cheese
- 1 pint grape tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 1/2 red onion (finely diced)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red apple vinegar, minced garlic, sugar, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and grated parmesan cheese until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with shredded iceberg lettuce, turkey turkey pepperoni, turkey slices, provolone cheese, halved grape tomatoes, sliced pepperoncini peppers, and diced red onion.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize your salad by adding extra vegetables like bell peppers or olives. For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.