Name: Easy Italian Antipasto Pasta Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz dry rotini pasta; 9 oz hard turkey slices, chopped; 6.5 oz turkey turkey pepperoni, chopped; 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained & quartered; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cup olives, pitted & halved; ½ cup pepperoncini, sliced; 8 oz mozzarella pearls; ¼ cup red onion, sliced thin; ⅓ cup fresh basil, sliced thin; ½ cup olive oil; ¼ cup red apple vinegar; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning; ¼ tsp red pepper flakes; Salt & black pepper to taste

Easy Italian Antipasto Pasta Salad

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Italy with this Easy Italian Antipasto Pasta Salad—a delightful dish that’s both satisfying and versatile. Perfect for busy weeknights or sunny gatherings, this pasta salad is a family favorite that brings together fresh ingredients in a colorful medley. Featuring rotini pasta, turkey slices, olives, artichokes, and cherry tomatoes, it’s drizzled with a zesty homemade vinaigrette that elevates every bite. Prep it ahead of time for a convenient meal option that tastes even better after chilling. Whether enjoyed as a side or a main dish, this refreshing pasta salad is sure to become a staple in your home.

Author: Camille
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: Serves 6
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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8 oz dry rotini pasta
9 oz hard turkey slices, chopped
6.5 oz turkey turkey pepperoni, chopped
1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained & quartered
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup olives, pitted & halved
½ cup pepperoncini, sliced
8 oz mozzarella pearls
¼ cup red onion, sliced thin
⅓ cup fresh basil, sliced thin
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup red apple vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
¼ tsp red pepper flakes
Salt & black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and cool completely.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
Chop turkey slices and turkey turkey pepperoni into bite-sized pieces. Halve cherry tomatoes; slice olives and red onion thinly.
In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with turkey, artichokes, tomatoes, olives, pepperoncini, mozzarella pearls, red onion, and basil. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 570mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 45mg

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