Party Pasta Salad

Name: Party Pasta Salad with Salami and Pepperoni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 oz tri-color rotini pasta, cooked; 1/2 red onion, diced; 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 8 oz mozzarella pearls; 1/4 cup diced pepperoncini peppers; 5 oz sliced black olives, drained; 1 1/2 cups salami, diced; 1 cup pepperoni, diced; 1 (16 oz) bottle Tuscan style Italian dressing; 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tbsp garlic butter seasoning

Party Pasta Salad is a no-fuss, make-ahead dish combining tri-color rotini, cured meats, fresh mozzarella, and vegetables tossed in Tuscan Italian dressing. It's ideal for potlucks and feeds a crowd with minimal prep time.

🌍American 🏷️Pasta salad 🏷️Italian pasta salad 🏷️Rotini 🏷️Salami Pepperoni

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Total

25 min

Servings

8

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$22–$36

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Ingredients

8 oz tri-color rotini pasta, cooked
1/2 red onion, diced
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
8 oz mozzarella pearls
1/4 cup diced pepperoncini peppers
5 oz sliced black olives, drained
1 1/2 cups salami, diced
1 cup pepperoni, diced
1 (16 oz) bottle Tuscan style Italian dressing
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp garlic butter seasoning

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Instructions

1
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and let cool slightly.
2
In a large zip-top bag, combine the cooked pasta, diced red onion, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, diced pepperoncini, sliced black olives, diced salami, and diced pepperoni.
3
Pour the entire bottle of Italian dressing into the bag, then add the grated Parmesan cheese and garlic butter seasoning.
4
Seal the bag, removing as much air as possible, and shake well to thoroughly combine all ingredients.
5
Refrigerate for 4 to 5 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
6
When ready to serve, pour the pasta salad into a large serving bowl, toss once more, and enjoy.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Cool the cooked pasta completely before mixing with other ingredients to prevent mozzarella from melting.
Dice pepperoncini peppers finely so their tangy flavor distributes evenly throughout the salad.
Add dressing in two stages—mix half in initially, then add the remaining half just before serving to control the moisture level and prevent sogginess.
Taste and adjust seasoning with extra Parmesan or a splash of pepperoncini juice if the salad needs more punch.

Substitutions

Tuscan Italian dressing → any zesty Italian or Italian herb dressing (adjust vinegar ratio if needed)
Mozzarella pearls → fresh mozzarella balls or cubed feta cheese (feta adds a tangier bite)
Pepperoncini peppers → roasted red peppers or banana peppers (milder flavor)
Salami and pepperoni → diced ham, turkey, or cooked bacon (lighter or smoky alternative)

Storage & make-ahead

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir and add extra dressing if needed before serving, as the pasta absorbs liquid over time.