Description

This Pepperoncini Pasta Salad is a delightful mix of flavors with rotini pasta, fresh mozzarella, pepperoni, and a zesty dressing that comes together in no time. Ideal for a quick and satisfying meal, it’s perfect for gatherings or a simple dinner at home.

Ingredients

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12 ounces rotini pasta
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons pepperoncini brine
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh mozzarella pearls
½ cup pepperoni, sliced
½ cup salami, chopped
½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup black olives, sliced
¾ cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced

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Instructions

Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, pepperoncini brine, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl or jar until combined. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, pepperoni, salami, red onion, black olives, and sliced pepperoncini peppers.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat the ingredients evenly.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the pasta to soak up the dressing.
Before serving, toss the salad again and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, omit the pepperoni and salami or replace them with your favorite plant-based alternatives.
You can replace cherry tomatoes with diced bell peppers for additional crunch.
Feel free to add more vegetables like cucumbers for extra freshness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 1000mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 19g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 25mg