“Italian Sandwich” Pasta Salad

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 7
Italian Sandwich Pasta Salad recipe perfect for your next picnic or summer party
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Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 -5 cups of cooked tri-color spiral pasta
4 slices dill pickles , chopped fine
1 can ripe olives or 1 can black olives , drained and halved
1 bunch green onion , sliced fine
snipped chives ( optional )
1 cup of chopped sweet pepper ( green , yellow , red )
1 can water chestnut , slices drained & chopped
2 medium tomatoes , chopped
1 1 cup pastrami or 1 cup any meat , of choice ( optional )
1/2 cup of chopped cooper cheese or 1/2 cup any cheese , of choice ( optional )
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil
3 teaspoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning or 3 teaspoons fresh oregano , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
485
Sugar
4g
Fat
32g
If you are looking for an easy and delicious pasta salad to bring to your next picnic or summer party, this Italian Sandwich Pasta Salad is the perfect recipe for you. The combination of spiral pasta, vegetables, and flavorful dressing makes this dish a crowd-pleaser. You can customize it with your favorite ingredients, such as meats, cheeses, or additional vegetables. It can be made ahead of time for meal prep and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This recipe yields 8-10 servings.

Instructions

1.Cook spiral pasta according to package directions, then drain and rinse with cold water.
2.In a large bowl, mix together the cooked pasta, chopped dill pickles, halved olives, sliced green onion, chives (if using), chopped sweet pepper, sliced water chestnuts, chopped tomatoes, and pastrami or any meat of choice (if using).
3.Add in chopped cheese (if using) and mix well.
4.In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, cider vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and italian seasoning or chopped fresh oregano.
5.Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to coat.
6.Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

PROS

This pasta salad is a crowd-pleaser and can be customized with your favorite ingredients.

It is a great option for picnics, BBQs, or summer parties.

It can also be made ahead of time for easy meal prep.

CONS

The pasta salad contains high amounts of sodium, fat, and calories, especially if using meat and cheese.

It may not be the best option for those on a low-carb or low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The pasta in this recipe provides energy and is a good source of carbohydrates, while the vegetables provide fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Water chestnuts are low in calories and fat, and they add a crunchy texture to the pasta salad.
Olives contain heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.

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