Best Easy Salami Pasta Salad Recipes

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EASY SALAMI PASTA SALAD



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Popular any time of the year, this crowd-pleasing pasta salad is perfect for summer picnics. Made the day before, it has a pleasant vinaigrette dressing sparked with herbs. I set aside the Parmesan cheese and add it just before the salad is served. -Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups uncooked penne pasta
8 ounces hard salami, cubed
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
4 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
4 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook pasta according to package directions; rinse in cold water and drain. Transfer to a large bowl; add salami, parsley and onions. , In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar and seasonings. Drizzle over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Just before serving, stir in cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Fat 24g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 945mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

EASY ITALIAN SALAMI PASTA SALAD



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This is a recipe that is easy to make from ingredients that are often in the fridge/ storecupboard. If it is served straight after the minimum 30 minute chill time, you may find that there is a lot of dressing in the salad- this is so that it doesn't dry out if it is stored in the fridge for a few days. Serves 4 as a side dish but this would also make a good take-to work lunch or potluck dish.

Provided by Shuzbud

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups dry pasta (I use fusilli)
8 large slice salami (4oz)
10 -15 black olives
1/2 cup rehydrated sun-dried tomato
1 yellow bell pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, very finely grated
salt and pepper
10 -15 leaves fresh basil

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
  • Meanwhile, cut the salami into strips. Slice the black olives and dice the sundried tomatoes and bell pepper. Set all these ingredients aside.
  • In a large salad bowl, mix the olive oil and red wine vinegar. Whisk with a fork (or whisk) until they are completely blended and the dressing is a uniform colour throughout.
  • Add the parmesan cheese, salt and pepper to the dressing and mix.
  • When the pasta is cooked to your liking, remove it from the heat. Drain it and rinse it in cold water until the pasta is cold. Drain it again.
  • Add the cooled pasta and the chopped ingredients to the dressing in the bowl. Stir well to mix the ingredients together.
  • Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavours to blend.
  • Just before serving, scatter chopped fresh basil leaves over the top.

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