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Italian Hoagie Pasta Salad

Italian Hoagie Pasta Salad - A Flavorful Twist You’ll Love

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Every bite of this Italian Hoagie Pasta Salad transports you to a picnic with savory deli meats and creamy dressing. A quick and refreshing meal!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz penne pasta Any short pasta can be swapped in for variety.
For the Deli Meats
  • 3 slices Genoa salami Any preferred deli meat can be used.
  • 3 slices ham Turkey or roast beef can be swapped.
  • 12 slices pepperoni Use fewer slices for a milder flavor.
For the Cheese
  • 3 slices provolone cheese Mozzarella or another melting cheese can work.
For the Fresh Veggies
  • ¾ cup chopped lettuce Spinach or arugula can be used as alternatives.
  • 15 pieces cherry tomatoes Regular diced tomatoes or bell peppers are tasty substitutes.
  • ¼ cup red onion Green onions can be used for a milder taste.
  • 3 pieces pepperoncinis Banana peppers can be a milder option.
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter version.
  • ½ cup Italian dressing Homemade dressing is a great alternative.
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can add more flavor.
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning A mix of oregano, basil, and thyme can be used.
  • Salt and pepper To taste.
For the Finishing Touch
  • Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish, basil or chives make good alternatives.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • medium bowl
  • colander
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Chop deli meats into bite-sized pieces, slice the provolone cheese, chop the lettuce, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the red onion, and slice the pepperoncinis.
Cooking the Pasta
  1. Bring water to a rolling boil in a large pot, add 8 oz of penne pasta, and cook according to package directions, usually about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water to cool it down quickly.
Making the Dressing
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Italian dressing, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper.
Mixing Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the prepared dressing and stir gently until well-coated.
Adding Ingredients
  1. Fold in chopped deli meats, sliced provolone cheese, chopped lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and pepperoncinis.
Chilling
  1. Cover the salad and place it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  2. Before serving, give it a good stir and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be customized with different deli meats and vegetables based on personal preferences.

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