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    Cold Italian Pasta Salad

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    Published: Feb 27, 2023 · Modified: Oct 1, 2023 by Jessica · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

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    Easy Cold Italian Pasta Salad with fresh mozzarella, salami, pepperoncini, kalamata olives and the perfect homemade dressing to take it over the top. Not only is this Italian pasta salad recipe delicious but it's super customizable.

    pasta salad in a white bowl next to a jar of dressing and a white napkinI love pasta salad. If pressed for my favorite meal, pasta salad is what I will choose, and this cold Italian pasta salad is one of my very favorites. It is fresh, flavorful, and can be thrown together in less than half an hour. What's not to love? 

    Cold Italian Pasta Salad

    I'm not gonna lie, I've already made this recipe several times this summer. I love to serve it for dinner with a green salad and some fresh bread, and then eat the leftovers for lunch the rest of the week.

    My other favorite pasta salad recipes are this delicious Bowtie Pasta Salad or our Ranch Pasta Salad. Find all of our yummy salad recipes here. 

    large white bowl of Italian pasta salad on a cement countertop next to a white tea towel

    Best Italian Pasta Salad

    So what is needed for the perfect Italian pasta salad you ask? Let me tell you.

    Italian Pasta Salad Ingredients

    • Good Quality Pasta
    • Salami
    • Mozzarella
    • Pepperoncini
    • Kalamata Olives
    • Tomatoes
    • Parsley
    • Fresh Parmesan Cheese 

    close up of pasta salad in a white bowl

    Pro Tips: 

    • Make sure your water is well salted. It seems like a small thing, but this will add flavor to your pasta. 
    • Use this homemade dressing recipe. While store bought Italian dressing will totally work, this homemade version will take this dish over the top. Plus, once you realize how easy it is to make you'll never want to buy a store bought dressing again, promise. 
    • The great thing about this recipe, is that it is super customizable. If you don't like something, no worries, just leave it out. Rather have pepperoni than salami? Or no meat whatsoever? Fine. Basically this recipe is easy to adapt and hard to mess up.
    • Save leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for 5-7 days. 

    corner of a bowl of pasta salad with a white napkin next to it

    Italian Style Pasta Salad

    Here's a quick look at the Homemade Italian Dressing just to try to convince you one last time to give it a go.

    homemade italian dressing in a mason jar on a cement table with a white napkin and bowl of pasta in the backgroundLiterally all you do is pour all the ingredients into a mason jar or blender and shake or pulse to combine.

    top half of a bowl of pasta salad with a white napkin on the left and salad dressing on the top rightVoila! Our cold Italian pasta salad is perfect summer dinner or side dish.

    If you make this recipe and enjoy it we would love for you leave us a positive comment and review, they mean so much to us.

    pasta salad in a white bowl next to a jar of dressing and a white napkin

    Easy Italian Pasta Salad

    Easy Italian Pasta Salad with fresh mozzarella, salami, pepperoncini, kalamata olives and the perfect homemade dressing to take it over the top.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 378kcal
    Author: Pretty Providence

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    Ingredients

    • 1 Pound Rotini Pasta Cooked and Drained
    • 1 Pint Cherry Tomatoes Halved
    • 8 Ounces Mozzarella Balls
    • 1 Pound Salami Cut Small
    • 1 Cup Kalamata Olives Sliced
    • 1 Cup Pepperoncini
    • ¼ Cup Red Onion Chopped
    • ¼ Cup Fresh Parmesan Flaked or Shredded
    • 1 Cup Homemade Italian Dressing

    Instructions

    • After pasta is cooked and drained rinse with cool water to prevent sticking.
    • While pasta is cooking wash and slice tomatoes, halve olives, and chop the parsley and onion.
    • Add all ingredients to a large bowl and toss together. Add dressing a little at a time until coated to your preference.

    Notes

    Pro Tips: 

    • Make sure your water is well salted. It seems like a small thing, but this will add flavor to your pasta. 
    • Use this homemade dressing recipe. While store bought Italian dressing will totally work, this homemade version will take this dish over the top. Plus, once you realize how easy it is to make you'll never want to buy a store bought dressing again! 
    • The great thing about this recipe, is that it is super customizable! If you don't like something, no worries, just leave it out! Rather have pepperoni than salami? Or no meat whatsoever? Fine! Basically this recipe is easy to adapt and hard to mess up! 
    • Save leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for 5-7 days. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 1083mg | Potassium: 349mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 290IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 1mg
    Did you make this recipe?Mention @prettyprovidenceblog or tag #prettyprovidence!

    Happy eating friends. 

    xo, 

    This post was originally published June 23rd, 2020 and has been updated with video. 

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    1. Sara Welch

      July 09, 2024 at 11:28 am

      5 stars
      This was such a quick and easy salad that does not disappoint! Loved the balance of flavors and textures; definitely, a new favorite recipe!

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    2. Sha

      July 09, 2024 at 7:01 am

      5 stars
      Brought this on a potluck and it was a crowd favorite! Soooo easy and incredibly tasty and filling!

      Reply
    3. Kristen

      July 08, 2024 at 2:03 pm

      5 stars
      This pasta salad was delicious and even my picky kids got seconds.

      Reply
    4. Erin H

      March 03, 2023 at 4:45 am

      5 stars
      Perfect every time. This is always a crowd pleaser at my house!

      Reply
    5. Olivia

      March 02, 2023 at 4:41 pm

      5 stars
      This pasta salad is one of the best I have ever made! Thank you for this delicious recipe!

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    6. Jamie

      March 02, 2023 at 2:08 pm

      5 stars
      Loved this pasta salad! Delicious!!

      Reply

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