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Italian Hoagie Pasta Salad

Italian Hoagie Pasta Salad: Creamy, Hearty Flavor in Every Bite

Experience Italian Hoagie Pasta Salad, a creamy, flavorful dish perfect for gatherings and potlucks.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz penne pasta or rotini or farfalle
For the Meats
  • 3 slices Genoa salami or turkey or chicken
  • 3 slices ham or smoked turkey or prosciutto
  • 12 slices pepperoni or chorizo, or omit
For the Cheese
  • 3 slices provolone cheese or mozzarella or cheddar
For the Veggies
  • ¾ cup chopped lettuce or spinach or arugula
  • 15 pieces cherry tomatoes or diced bell peppers
  • ¼ cup red onion or green onions
  • 3 pieces pepperoncinis or banana peppers or omit
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup Italian dressing or homemade vinaigrette
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder or fresh garlic
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning or fresh herbs like basil or oregano
To Finish
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • Whisk
  • Large bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by chopping your Genoa salami, ham, pepperoni, and provolone cheese into bite-sized pieces. Also, dice the lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and pepperoncinis to ensure they’ll blend seamlessly into your Italian Hoagie Pasta Salad.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes, until it reaches al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta and rinse it under cold running water to halt the cooking process and cool it down.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Italian dressing, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Whisk until smooth and creamy, then season it with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. In a large bowl, add the cooled penne pasta and drizzle the prepared dressing over it. Stir gently until the pasta is evenly coated. Fold in the chopped meats, vegetables, and provolone cheese until well distributed.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid, and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
  6. After chilling, remove the salad from the refrigerator, give it a quick mix, taste and adjust seasoning if needed, and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best flavor, let the salad chill for a few hours ahead of serving. Adjust seasonings based on taste preferences.

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