Description

This Pepperoncini Pasta Salad boasts an irresistible blend of flavors with rotini pasta, fresh mozzarella, and zesty pepperoncini. Perfect for quick dinners or gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and always a hit!

Ingredients

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12 ounces rotini pasta, cooked al dente
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, or cubed mozzarella
½ cup pepperoni, sliced or halved
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

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, pepperoncini brine, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until combined. Set aside.
In a large bowl, mix the cooled pasta with tomatoes, mozzarella, pepperoni, salami, red onion, olives, and pepperoncini peppers.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and pasta to soak up the dressing.
Toss again before serving and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled.

Notes

For added flavor, let the salad sit in the fridge for longer than 1 hour if time allows.
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or meats.
This salad can be made a day in advance for convenience.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 420
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 980mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 35mg