Description
Italian Grinder Pasta Salad combines al dente pasta with smoky smoked beef cubes, seasoned beef pepperoni slices, creamy provolone cheese, ripe cherry tomatoes, and tangy pepperoncini. Tossed in a smooth mayonnaise and grape juice dressing flavored with Italian seasoning, this vibrant salad serves six, offers balanced protein and fresh vegetables, and is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or quick family meals. Add a sprinkle of fresh basil before serving for extra aroma and color in each bite now!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces pasta
- 1 cup smoked beef
- diced
- 1 cup beef pepperoni
- sliced
- 1 cup provolone cheese
- cubed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- halved
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini
- sliced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup grape juice
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl combine cooked pasta, smoked beef, beef pepperoni, provolone cheese, cherry tomatoes, and pepperoncini.
- In a separate bowl whisk together mayonnaise, grape juice, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over pasta mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra freshness
- add chopped basil just before serving. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. This salad keeps well refrigerated for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
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