Deli Style Pasta Salad with Dressing

Bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, this Deli Style Pasta Salad with Dressing is the perfect crowd-pleasing dish for any occasion. Packed with savory salami, diced ham, creamy cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, plus fresh veggies like grape tomatoes, black olives, and red bell peppers, every bite is a delightful blend of textures and tastes. The homemade dressing, made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of garlic and oregano, ties everything together with zesty perfection. Ideal for summer picnics, potlucks, or meal prep, this chilled pasta salad is quick to make, requires just 30 minutes from start to finish, and tastes even better as the flavors meld over time. Whether you’re looking for a side dish or a light main course, this deli-inspired pasta salad delivers both flavor and convenience!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz rotini pasta
• 4 oz salami, diced
• 4 oz ham, diced
• 4 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
• 4 oz mozzarella cheese, cubed
• 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 cup black olives, sliced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp Italian parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cook the rotini pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced salami, diced ham, cubed cheddar cheese, cubed mozzarella cheese, halved grape tomatoes, sliced black olives, diced red bell pepper, and finely chopped red onion. Gently toss to mix.

Step 3

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, sugar, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is fully emulsified.

Step 4

Add the cooked and cooled pasta to the bowl with the other ingredients. Pour the dressing over the ingredients and toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle the chopped Italian parsley over the salad and give it a final toss.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, give the salad another toss and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 8

Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1424.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4030.9

Total Fat 247.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 368.5mg	0%
Sodium 8227.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 306.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.2g	0%
Total Sugars 29.6g
Protein 147.7g	0%

Vitamin D 24.3IU	0%
Calcium 1643.9mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 2542.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.0%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 30.3%