Antipasto Pasta Salad
Bring this to your next BBQ party and everyone will ask for the secret recipe. A perfect summer side dish, this antipasto salad is loaded with fresh veggies, homemade Italian dressing, and perfectly cooked pasta.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound DeLallo Pasta
- 1 cup orange or yellow bell peppers chopped
- 1 cup DeLallo Marinated Artichoke Hearts chopped
- 2 cups fresh arugula or spinach
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes cut in half
- 1 cup fresh small mozzarella balls
- 1 7-ounce package DeLallo Provolini Antipasti
- ½ cup DeLallo Pine Nuts
- 3 tablespoons fresh basil chopped
- 1 small shallot finely chopped
- 1 ½ cups DeLallo Balsamic Dressing or homemade balsamic
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare the pasta according to the package directions, or cook slightly more than al dente.
- Drain pasta, do not rinse, and toss with ½ cup of the prepared dressing in a large shallow bowl. Let cool for at least 15 minutes until pasta reaches room temperature.
- Meanwhile chop all the veggies and prepare the basil. Add the veggies, antipasti, mozzarella, pine nuts and basil to a large mixing bowl. Add pasta and the rest of the dressing and stir to combine. Season with extra pepper and a squeeze of lemon, if desired.
- Let cool in the fridge covered for several hours before serving. Toss again before serving and enjoy!
Notes
Tips:
- Salt the pasta water generously – It’s the foundation of flavor for the whole dish.
- Use bite-sized ingredients – Slice meats, cheeses, and veggies small so you get a little of everything in each bite.
- Let it marinate – Toss the salad with dressing at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
- Balance flavors and textures – Combine creamy cheese, briny olives, tangy peppers, and savory meats for that perfect Italian antipasto experience.
- Finish with fresh herbs – Add basil or parsley just before serving for brightness and a pop of color.
Nutrition
Serving: 8g | Calories: 590kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 693mg | Potassium: 363mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1394IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 271mg | Iron: 2mg
