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Grinder Pasta Salad

Grinder Pasta Salad: A Flavor-Packed Twist on Tradition

Grinder Pasta Salad is a twist on the sub sandwich, combining deli meats, provolone cheese, and crunchy veggies for a quick, flavorful dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Rotini or Penne Pasta Choose these shapes for a great texture.
For the Meat
  • 1 cup Deli Meats (Salami, Ham) Substitute with turkey or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Provolone Cheese Can be swapped for mozzarella or cheddar.
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Chopped.
  • 0.5 cups Red Onion Chopped.
  • 1 cups Lettuce Chopped.
For the Dressing
  • 0.5 cups Mayonnaise Can use Greek yogurt for a healthy alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used as a substitute.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • medium bowl
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the pasta cools, chop the deli meats, cheese, and veggies into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Combine mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Whisk until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, mix the cooled pasta, chopped meats, cheese, and veggies. Pour the dressing over and gently toss to coat.
  5. Cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld together for a more delicious experience.

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