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A large bowl of the ultimate grinder pasta salad with visible salami, cheese, and rotini pasta.

Ultimate Grinder Pasta Salad


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  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

A viral, deli-inspired pasta salad featuring savory meats, provolone cheese, and a zesty, creamy grinder dressing.


Ingredients

Scale

1 lb Rotini or Fusilli pasta
1/2 lb Genoa Salami, cubed
1/4 lb Pepperoni, sliced or cubed
1/2 lb Provolone cheese, cubed
1/2 head Iceberg lettuce, shredded
1/2 Red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Sliced Pepperoncinis
1/2 cup Mayonnaise
2 tbsp Red wine vinegar
1 tbsp Pepperoncini juice
1 tsp Dried Oregano
1/2 tsp Garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste


Instructions

Step 1: Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water until completely cooled.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, pepperoncini juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create the dressing for the ultimate grinder pasta salad.
Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, salami, pepperoni, provolone, red onion, and sliced pepperoncinis.
Step 4: Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss thoroughly until every ingredient is well coated.
Step 5: Gently fold in the shredded iceberg lettuce right before serving to maintain its crispness in the ultimate grinder pasta salad.
Step 6: Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or a splash of vinegar if needed.

Notes

For the best results, let the salad sit for 30 minutes before adding the lettuce to allow the pasta to absorb the flavors.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sides & Salads
  • Cuisine: American / Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 465 kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 920mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg
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