Quick Italian Pasta Salad (with 1 Secret Ingredient)
Enjoy a burst of vibrant flavors with this Quick Italian Pasta Salad (with 1 Secret Ingredient) – Alrightwithme! This delightful dish is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or any social gathering, combining fresh vegetables, savory turkey alternatives, and a tangy dressing that will keep everyone coming back for more. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes of cooking, it’s an effortless option for busy weeknights or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb rotini noodles
- 4 oz turkey slices (cut into quarters)
- 3.5 oz turkey pepperoni (quartered)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup black olives (halved)
- 1 orange bell pepper (diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 8 oz mozzarella pearls
- 3/4 cup native olive oil
- 1/4 cup red apple vinegar
- 2 tablespoons organic lemon juice
- 1/4 cup finely freshly 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
- Cook rotini noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, lemon juice, parmesan cheese, and seasonings.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled noodles with turkey slices, turkey pepperoni, cherry tomatoes, olives, bell peppers, and mozzarella pearls.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg