Italian Pasta Salad

By Jenusa

n our opinion, pasta salad is a summertime must. We have plenty of beloved variations of this staple side dish, but this Italian-inspired recipe is our guaranteed go-to when we need a reliable BBQ side.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. cooked fusilli pasta
• 8 oz. mozzarella balls, halved
• 4 oz. salami, quartered
• 1 c. artichoke hearts, chopped
• 1 c. cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 c. pitted black olives, sliced
• 1/3 c. extra-virgin oliive oil
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
• 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tsp. Italian seasoning
• Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper

Details

Level of difficulty Average
Cost Average budget

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, toss pasta, mozzarella, salami, artichokes, tomatoes, and olives.

Step 2

In a jar, combine oil, garlic, vinegar, parsley, Italian seasoning, and red pepper. Secure with a lid, then shake to combine; season with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Pour dressing over pasta salad and toss to combine.