Italian Pasta Salad
August 5, 2024
This flavorful pasta salad is the perfect side dish for your next potluck or barbecue!
SERVINGS
6
PREP TIME
30 min
CHILL TIME
overnight
Ingredients
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1 1/2quarts water
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1/2teaspoon salt
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1 1/2cups rotini pasta
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16-ounce jar marinated artichoke hearts
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2zucchini, quartered and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
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4ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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1cup shredded carrots
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3ounces salami, sliced 1/8-inch thick, then cut into 1/4-inch x 2-inch strips
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1/4cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1/4cup vegetable oil
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2tablespoons white wine vinegar
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1teaspoon dry mustard
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3/4teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
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3/4teaspoon dried basil, crumbled
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1teaspoon minced garlic
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1/2teaspoon salt
Directions
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1
In large saucepan bring water and ½ teaspoon salt to a boil. Stir in rotini and simmer, uncovered, until al dente (about 10 minutes). Drain, rinse with cold water and drain again thoroughly.
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2
Drain artichokes, reserving the marinade; coarsely chop artichokes.
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3
In large bowl combine rotini, artichokes, zucchini, mozzarella, carrots, salami strips and Parmesan.
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4
In screw top jar combine reserved marinade and remaining ingredients; toss into salad.
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5
Refrigerate, covered, several hours or overnight. Toss again before serving.