For a vegetarian option, omit the salami and pepperoni and add marinated artichoke hearts or roasted vegetables such as zucchini and eggplant. Feel free to customize the cheese and meat selections based on your preferences. Provolone, mozzarella, or feta cheese would also work well, as would prosciutto or capocollo. For a more intense flavor, marinate the chopped vegetables in a small amount of the dressing for about 30 minutes before adding them to the pasta salad. This salad can be made a day ahead of time. However, wait to add the dressing until just before serving to prevent the pasta from becoming soggy.
Antipasto Pasta Salad
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 35 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS4.7K
A vibrant Mediterranean-inspired pasta salad, bursting with savory flavors and textures. Perfect as a hearty side or a satisfying light meal, this salad is a celebration of Italian antipasto classics.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate33 g
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Cholesterol37 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein15 g
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Saturated Fat8 g
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Sodium978 mg
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Sugar4 g
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Fat29 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the seashell pasta and cook until al dente, about 9 minutes. Drain the pasta thoroughly and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Drain again to remove excess water. (approximately 15 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, gently combine the cooled pasta, diced Asiago cheese, chopped Genoa salami, pepperoni sausage, tomatoes, red and green bell peppers, and black olives. Sprinkle the dry Italian-style salad dressing mix over the ingredients and stir gently to distribute evenly. (approximately 10 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Chill the salad: Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. (approximately 60 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Prepare the dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried oregano, dried parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to taste. (approximately 5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Dress and serve: Just before serving, pour the prepared dressing over the chilled salad and toss gently until all ingredients are well coated. Adjust seasonings as needed. (approximately 5 minutes)
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Rudolph Jenkins
Feb 12, 2025This salad is always a hit! I sometimes add marinated artichoke hearts for extra flavor.
Emil Koch
Oct 7, 2024For a vegetarian option, you can easily leave out the salami and pepperoni.
Duncan Harvey
Apr 30, 2024The homemade dressing is so much better than store-bought! Don't skip that step.
Vincent Mante
Mar 23, 2024I added a little bit of red pepper flakes to the dressing for a touch of spice!
Julian Mayer
May 29, 2023My family loves this! It's become a staple at our summer barbecues.
Doyle Thompson
Oct 12, 2022This is a great make-ahead dish. I usually prepare it the night before and it's even better the next day.
Alicia Lindgren
May 23, 2022Make sure not to overcook the pasta! Al dente is key to a great salad.
Amelia Kutch
Jan 4, 2022I like to use rotini pasta instead of seashells – it holds the dressing really well.