Delicious Italian Pasta Salad Recipe with Pepperoni Unleashed
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Author:jamal
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Discover a delicious Italian pasta salad recipe with pepperoni thats quick to prepare Perfect for picnics BBQs and family gatherings Enjoy
Ingredients
Scale
8 ounces rotini or penne pasta
1 cup diced pepperoni
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup diced cucumbers
1 cup black olives, sliced
1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
1 cup mozzarella balls
1/4 cup fresh parsley or basil, chopped
1/2 cup Italian dressing
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta – Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your pasta and cook according to package instructions (usually about 8-10 minutes). Once tender, drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Step 2: Combine Ingredients – In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled pasta along with diced pepperoni, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, red onion, mozzarella balls, and chopped herbs.
Step 3: Dress the Salad – Pour the Italian dressing over the pasta mixture. Stir gently until all the ingredients are well coated.
Step 4: Season and Serve – Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the pasta salad chilled or at room temperature.
