Italian Pasta Salad Classic (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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16 oz rotini pasta
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1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, sliced
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1 English cucumber, chopped
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1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
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8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (mozzarella pearls or Bocconcini)
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4 oz salami, sliced
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3/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
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3/4 cup pepperoncini
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1/2 cup fresh parsley and fresh basil, chopped
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Italian salad dressing
# Instructions:
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil, sprinkle in some salt, and cook the rotini pasta according to the package directions until al dente.
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Mix together the cooked pasta, chopped tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, mozzarella, salami, pepperoncini, olives, and fresh herbs in a large bowl. Drizzle with Italian dressing and toss well.
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Serve immediately or cover the pasta salad and place it in the refrigerator to marinate for a few hours or overnight to enhance the flavors. Reserve extra dressing to toss just before serving.
# Notes:
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Marinating the salad intensifies the flavors, but it can also be enjoyed fresh immediately after preparation.