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Easy Italian Antipasto Pasta Salad Recipe

Easy Italian Antipasto Pasta Salad Recipe
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Indulge in the refreshing flavors of this Easy Italian Antipasto Pasta Salad Recipe, a vibrant dish that brings together all your favorite antipasto ingredients. Perfect for summer picnics, family barbecues, or potlucks, this colorful salad is a crowd-pleaser that combines hearty rotini pasta with zesty olives, artichokes, and marinated mushrooms. The homemade Italian herb vinaigrette adds an extra burst of flavor, making it a delightful addition to any meal. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, this salad can be made a day ahead for even better taste. Impress your guests with this simple yet delicious dish that’s sure to become a staple at your gatherings!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb dry rotini pasta
  • 1 can extra-large black olives
  • 1 can quartered artichoke hearts
  • 1 container grape tomatoes
  • 1 cup marinated mushrooms
  • 4 scallions
  • 2 teaspoons fresh garlic
  • 1/2 cup mild banana pepper rings
  • 9 ounces turkey pepperoni (cut into cubes)
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
  • Fresh parsley and basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Boil salted water in a large pot, add the rotini pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the pasta cooks, chop the vegetables and combine them with olives, artichokes, tomatoes, mushrooms, scallions, garlic, banana peppers, turkey pepperoni, and mozzarella in a large mixing bowl.
  3. For the vinaigrette, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, lemon juice and zest, sea salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl.
  4. Add the cooled pasta to the vegetable mixture and pour the vinaigrette over it. Toss gently to combine.
  5. Garnish with chopped parsley and basil before serving. Chill for at least an hour for best flavor.

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